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Homework Statement
Is Momentum of a person bouncing on a trampoline conserved?
Homework Equations
p=mv
conservation of momentum equation
The Attempt at a Solution
Please explain in detail (if possible). Thanks!
Physics0009 said:So yes, the trampoline and the person apply equal and opposite forces on each other, leading to conserved momentum?
If momentum is conserved, ultimately, how come the person stops bouncing?
Yes, according to the law of conservation of momentum, the total momentum of a system remains constant unless an external force acts on it. In the case of a person bouncing on a trampoline, the system consists of the person and the trampoline, and there are no external forces acting on them.
When a person jumps on a trampoline, their initial momentum is transferred to the trampoline, causing it to deform. As the trampoline springs back, it exerts an equal and opposite force on the person, resulting in an equal change in momentum in the opposite direction. This exchange of momentum between the person and the trampoline continues, keeping the total momentum of the system constant.
Yes, the mass of the person does affect the conservation of momentum on a trampoline. According to the law of conservation of momentum, the total momentum of a system remains constant. Therefore, a person with a larger mass will have a higher initial momentum, resulting in a greater change in momentum during the bouncing process.
The elasticity of the trampoline affects the conservation of momentum by determining how much of the initial momentum is transferred to the trampoline and how much is returned to the person. A more elastic trampoline will be able to store and release more energy, resulting in a greater exchange of momentum and a higher bounce for the person.
Yes, there are factors that can disrupt the conservation of momentum on a trampoline. External forces such as wind or friction can affect the movement of the person and the trampoline, causing a change in the total momentum of the system. Additionally, if the trampoline is not installed or used properly, it may not be able to transfer and store the momentum effectively, resulting in a decrease in the conservation of momentum.