Category: Everyday Science | Last updated: 2026-09-18

What is "momentum" and its formula?

A) Mass × acceleration (ma)
B) Mass × velocity (p = mv)
C) Force × distance (Fd)
D) Energy × time (Et)

Explanation

Momentum (p) = mass × velocity. It's a vector quantity. The law of conservation of momentum applies in collisions.

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