Bowling Physics

Momentum in Bowling

Momentum is a quantity formed by the mass of an object and its velocity, described in mathematical terms as p (momentum) = mass (m) times velocity (v).

Conservation of Momentum

In collisions involving hard bodies, such as between the bowling ball and pins, momentum is conserved.

Angular Momentum

Angular momentum is the product of Moment of Inertia and Angular Velocity. Moment of Inertia is the angular counterpart to mass - it is the measure of the resistance of an object to changing its angular speed. The bowling ball progressing down the alley has angular momentum.

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