Momentum Change and Impulse in Colliding Balls

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In a collision between two balls, the momentum change is analyzed, with the total momentum remaining constant. The impulse exerted by ball A on ball B is determined to be directed downward due to their opposing vertical movements. The horizontal momentum remains unchanged during the collision. Participants agree that the impulse and change in momentum are equivalent concepts. Understanding these principles is crucial for solving related physics problems.
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Homework Statement



There are two balls traveling and they collide. How do there momentum change.
What is the impulse done to ball B by ball A.

Homework Equations



delta momentum = 0
impulse = ?

The Attempt at a Solution



the first part

i think its C

becuz A is moving up and B is moving down
the horizontal movement didnt change

and so the impulse from ball A to ball B
must be pointing DOWN right?

and the answer must be B ??

right?
 

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Hi soupastupid! :smile:
soupastupid said:
the first part

i think its C

becuz A is moving up and B is moving down
the horizontal movement didnt change

and so the impulse from ball A to ball B
must be pointing DOWN right?

and the answer must be B ??

right?

Right! :biggrin:

(btw, impulse and change-of-momentum are the same thing :wink:)
 
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