For a constant force, suppose the duration of impact on an object is doubled. How much is the impulse increased? How much is the resulting change in momentum increased?

Brisa Lyons

Brisa Lyons

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2023-01-02

For a constant force, suppose the duration of impact on an object is doubled. How much is the impulse increased? How much is the resulting change in momentum increased?

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Bellitifya

Bellitifya

Beginner2023-01-03Added 6 answers

Impulse is force*time. Also, impulse is change in momentum. Therefore,
force*time=change in momentum
The impulse and resulting change in momentum are both doubled if the force is constant and the time of impact is doubled.

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