Momentum Calculator Formula

Understand the math behind the momentum calculator. Each variable explained with a worked example.

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Formulas Used

Momentum

momentum = mass * velocity

Variables

VariableDescriptionDefault
massMass(kg)5
velocityVelocity(m/s)12

How It Works

Linear Momentum

Momentum is a measure of an object's mass in motion.

Formula

p = m * v

Momentum is conserved in isolated systems, making it fundamental to collision analysis.

Worked Example

A 5 kg ball travels at 12 m/s.

mass = 5velocity = 12
  1. 01p = m * v
  2. 02p = 5 * 12
  3. 03p = 60 kg·m/s

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