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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013-Sep
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
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Introducing Conservation of Momentum
Brunt, Marjorie; Brunt, Geoff
Physics Education, v48 n5 p664-669 Sep 2013
The teaching of the principle of conservation of linear momentum is considered (ages 15 + ). From the principle, the momenta of two masses in an isolated system are considered. Sketch graphs of the momenta make Newton's laws appear obvious. Examples using different collision conditions are considered. Conservation of momentum is considered for the case of a car hitting a child.
Descriptors: Physics, Scientific Principles, Secondary School Science, Teaching Methods, Kinetics, Motion, Science Experiments, Scientific Concepts
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education; High Schools
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Language: English
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