Energy-Momentum in Different Frames
Prompt
“Complete the table on the Handout.”
Context
This SWBQ provides practice in using spacetime diagrams, and in converting 4-momentum between reference frames. Students will compute energy and momentum in different frames, and should therefore have a basic understanding of relativistic mechanics,
Wrap Up
- Ask several students to present/defend their responses.
- Demonstrate how the table can be completed using hyperbola triangle trig.