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In summary, momentum is a measure of an object's motion based on its mass and velocity, while force is a push or pull that causes an object to accelerate. It is important to find the momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay in order to understand its impact and design projectiles for specific purposes. The momentum of a pellet can be calculated by multiplying its mass by its velocity, while the force can be calculated using the equation F = m * a. The momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay can be affected by factors such as the mass and velocity of the pellet, the density and hardness of the clay, and the angle of impact.
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An air rifle pellet of mass one gram and velocity 100 metres per second penetrates five centimetres into a lump of clay and comes to rest in one millisecond. Assume that the force acting on the pellet when in clay is constant.

Find the magnitude of the change in momentum and the magnitude of the force acting on the pellet.

My answers were 1 x 10-1kgms-1 and 1 x 102N but there aren't any solutions on the page, so I was wondering if I was right?
 
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Looks like I got it right.I get the same answers as you.:smile:
 

What is momentum and force?

Momentum is a measure of an object's motion, determined by its mass and velocity. Force is a push or pull on an object that causes it to accelerate.

Why is it important to find the momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay?

Knowing the momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay allows us to understand the impact and potential damage caused by the pellet. It also helps in designing and testing projectiles for various applications such as hunting or self-defense.

How do you calculate the momentum of a pellet?

The momentum of a pellet can be calculated by multiplying its mass in kilograms by its velocity in meters per second.

How do you calculate the force of a pellet penetrating clay?

The force of a pellet penetrating clay can be calculated by using the equation F = m * a, where F is the force in Newtons, m is the mass of the pellet in kilograms, and a is the acceleration of the pellet.

What factors can affect the momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay?

The momentum and force of a pellet penetrating clay can be affected by various factors such as the mass and velocity of the pellet, the density and hardness of the clay, and the angle at which the pellet hits the clay.

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