Momentum Calculator
Calculate one component of classical linear momentum from mass and signed velocity.
Formula
p = mv; m in kg, v in m/s.
Mass: 2 kg · Momentum component ≈ (2 kg)×(3)
How to use
- Enter mass.
- Choose a positive axis and enter signed velocity.
- Read momentum along that axis.
Examples
- 0.5 kg at −10 m/s has momentum −5 kg·m/s.
Frequently asked questions
Can momentum be negative?
Yes. Its sign follows velocity along the chosen axis.
Is this angular momentum?
No. This is linear momentum, measured in kg·m/s.
What are the limits?
Use classical speeds well below light speed; calculate vector components separately.
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