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explain momentum in short way

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The momentum of an object is defined as the product of its mass and velocity.

momentum = mass x velocity

or p = mx v

where p = movementum

m = mass

v = velocity

for example, greater force is needed for stopping or pushing a heavier body than a lighter body for a given speed.


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