Impulse Calculations With Graphs
Now we are going to use a Force Versus Time graph to calculate the impulse imparted upon a golf ball by a golf club.
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Imagine the graph at the right represents the force exerted by a golf club on a 0.0459 kilogram golf ball. |
Above you can see the Force Versus Time graph for the force exerted by a golf club on a golf ball.
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Let's review how we define impulse. Fill in the blanks in the self-quiz below.
What is the Definition of Impulse? Self-Quiz
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