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Total Momentum of the System

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The total momentum of a system refers to the combined momentum of all objects within that system. It takes into account both mass and velocity.

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