What is the difference between impulsive and non-impulsive forces?
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An impulsive force is any force acting for a limited time. It is called impulsive because it transfers a definite linear momentum (impulse) to the body it is working on.
In classical mechanics, impulse (symbolized by J or Impulse) is the integral of a force, F, over the time interval, t, for which it acts. Since force is a vector quantity, impulse is also a vector in the same direction. Impulse applied to an object produces an equivalent vector change in its linear momentum, also in the same direction.
Explanation:
Impulsive forces are those forces acting for a short interval on a body changing its state of motion rather non-impulsive forces are such continued in a gradual manner. Like weight of body is a non-impulsive force,but a moving body on sudden collision with another one is an impulsive force.