Momentum and Impulse

Students use a Smart Cart and dynamics system to investigate the relationship between the change in momentum of a cart undergoing a collision and the impulse imparted to the cart to change its momentum, and then use their data to establish a measurement-based relationship between change in momentum and impulse.

Grade Level: Advanced Placement

Subject: Physics

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Standards Correlations

Featured Equipment

Ohaus Scout SKX Balance 2200g

Combines range, resolution and low cost, making it ideal for the student science lab. 2200 g version.

Bumper Accessory Set

Bumpers for use with any Force Sensor to perform both elastic and inelastic collisions.

Dynamics Track End Stop (2 pack)

Replacement end stops for the Dynamics Tracks.

PAStrack

Connect two 0.5-m length tracks and use with dynamics carts to study motion.

Smart Cart (Red)

The Smart Cart is the ultimate tool for your physics lab and includes built-in sensors for measuring force, position, velocity, three axes of acceleration, and three axes of rotational velocity. Patent No. 10481173

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