Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Momentum

Momentum — practice question

(a)[1]

An object's velocity changes from u to v while its mass is m. State, in terms of m, u and v, the change in momentum of the object.

(b(i))[2]

Calculate the impulse experienced by the tennis ball.

(b(ii))[2]

Calculate the speed at which the ball leaves the racquet.

(b(iii))[2]

State the energy transfer that occurs: 1. while the ball is being deformed during the contact between the racquet and the ball; 2. as the ball leaves the racquet.

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