Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Momentum

Momentum — practice question

(a)[1]

Define the term impulse.

(b(i))[2]

Show that the force on the rocket due to the exhaust gases is $3900\,\text{kN}$. Give the equation used.

(b(ii))[3]

Calculate the greatest mass that this force can lift off the ground. Ignore air resistance.

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