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Relativistic momentum

In the special theory of relativity you use the relativistic momentum pv if particles approach the speed of light

 


Explanation

Near the speed of light there is an increase in mass, and thus of momentum. You determine this relativistic momentum at the given velocity as

where

    m0 Rest mass
    v Velocity
    c Speed of light

 


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