What is the Relationship Between Kinetic Energy and Momentum?

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Start date Feb 26, 2017
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In summary, kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion, and is calculated by multiplying half of the object's mass by the square of its velocity. It differs from potential energy, which is based on an object's position or condition. An object's kinetic energy is affected by its mass and velocity, and momentum is a measure of an object's motion, calculated by multiplying its mass and velocity. In a closed system, the total momentum remains constant, known as the law of conservation of momentum.

Feb 26, 2017

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K.E = p^2/m

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Feb 26, 2017

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Related to What is the Relationship Between Kinetic Energy and Momentum?

What is kinetic energy?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It is calculated as half of the mass of the object multiplied by the square of its velocity.

How is kinetic energy different from potential energy?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object has while it is in motion, while potential energy is the energy an object has due to its position or condition. Kinetic energy can be converted into potential energy and vice versa.

What factors affect an object's kinetic energy?

An object's kinetic energy is affected by its mass and velocity. The greater the mass and velocity of an object, the greater its kinetic energy will be.

What is momentum?

Momentum is a measure of an object's motion, taking into account both its mass and velocity. It is calculated as the product of an object's mass and velocity.

How is momentum conserved in a closed system?

In a closed system, the total momentum remains constant. This means that the total momentum before an interaction or event is equal to the total momentum after the interaction or event. This is known as the law of conservation of momentum.