Impulse-Momentum Theorem
J = F·Δt
What it says
The impulse delivered to an object equals the constant force applied to it multiplied by the time interval over which it acts, and equals the object's change in momentum.
Symbols
| Symbol | Quantity | Dimension |
|---|---|---|
J | Impulse (N·s) | M L T^-1 |
F | Force (N) | M L T^-2 |
dt | Time interval (s) | T |
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