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State & Prove the Principle of Conservation of Linear Momentum

In this lesson we state and prove the principle of conservation of linear momentum, a fundamental law in mechanics that explains how linear momentum remains constant in an isolated system.

principle of conservation of linear momentum

Statement of the Principle

The principle of conservation of linear momentum states that the total linear momentum of a system of particles remains constant if no external forces act on it.

Proof of the Principle

Consider two particles of masses m1 and m2 moving with velocities u1 and u2.
When they interact, internal forces act between them but no external force acts on the system.
According to Newton’s second law:

Force on m1, F12 = m1a1

Force on m2, F21 = m2a2

According to Newton’s third law:

F12 = −F21

⇒ m1a1 = −m2a2

Integrating with respect to time gives:

m1v1 + m2v2 = constant

This means the total linear momentum before interaction = total linear momentum after interaction.

Note:

This principle applies to isolated systems where no external forces (like friction or air resistance) act.

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