The Impulse produced by a force is given by $I=\int{F}.dt$

The Impulse is a vector quantity with units Ns (NewtonSeconds).

If the force is constant then the Impulse is the product of the Force and the time for which the force was applied.

The Impulse is equal to the change in momentum.


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