Physics

Momentum

Calculate linear momentum.

p = m × v

Formula Explanation

Momentum is the product of mass and velocity.

Variables Explained

p = Momentum in kg·m/s; m = Mass in kg; v = Velocity in m/s.

Solved Example

Find momentum for a 4 kg object moving at 3 m/s.
p = 4 × 3 = 12 kg·m/s.

Exam Tip

Momentum is a vector quantity.