Real Life Momentum: Examples & Ideas

In summary, momentum is a measure of an object's motion and is determined by its mass and velocity. It is closely related to Newton's laws of motion and can be conserved in all physical interactions. Examples of momentum in everyday life include objects in motion such as a baseball being hit or a car coming to a stop. It also has practical applications in fields such as engineering, physics, and sports.
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Real life momentum *URGENT*

I need a few major examples for how momentum is used in real life.
Any good examples?
 
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could you clarify?
do you want equations and stuff where momentum can be applied to everyday senarios?

one idea that pops into my head is that linear momentum is conserved can be shown by walking forwards in a small boat and you notice that the boat travels backward relative to the water...not sure if this is what you're looking for?
 
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already found ansr, crisis evaded
 
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1. What is momentum in real life?

Momentum is a measure of an object's motion, determined by the product of its mass and velocity. In real life, momentum can be observed in various forms, such as a moving car, a rolling ball, or a swinging pendulum.

2. How is momentum related to Newton's laws of motion?

Momentum is closely related to Newton's laws of motion, specifically the law of inertia and the law of action and reaction. According to the law of inertia, an object in motion will continue to move at a constant velocity unless acted upon by an external force. The law of action and reaction states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. This means that the momentum of an object will change if it experiences a force.

3. Can momentum be conserved in real life?

Yes, momentum is conserved in all physical interactions, meaning that the total momentum before and after an interaction will remain the same. This can be observed in everyday situations, such as a billiard ball colliding with another ball, or a skateboarder performing a trick.

4. What are some examples of momentum in everyday life?

Examples of momentum in everyday life include a baseball being hit by a bat, a car coming to a stop, a person jumping, or a rocket launching into space. Any time an object is in motion, it has momentum.

5. How can momentum be utilized in practical applications?

Momentum has many practical applications in various fields, such as engineering, physics, and sports. For example, in engineering, momentum is used to design efficient and safe transportation systems, while in sports, athletes use momentum to their advantage in activities like running, jumping, and throwing.

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