Energy Abounds

Momentum and work were the subjects of the day and both involve the energy state of an object. Momentum and impulse deal with energy of motion (kinetic energy)and change in this energy when forces are applied. Work and energy are kissing cousins - reported with the same unit.

Physical Science - a discussion of yesterday's lab and a review of the momentum problems homework helped solidify the basic concept of momentum. Tonight's work adds the definition and consequences of impulse to the overall picture. The answers to those problems are on the course website and remember to show your work for full credit. Physics - groups finished the energy labs and tomorrow will be debriefing day. We'll discuss the results and how they apply to the topics being examined in this unit. Honors Physics - test day for you. Tomorrow, only G block meets and we'll be introducing momentum and the momentum-impulse concept. C Block will catch up on Thursday. Your lab on Friday will investigate the concept of impulse in assiciation wiht a single moving object.