Here's why:
* Momentum is a measure of an object's mass in motion. It's calculated by multiplying the object's mass (m) by its velocity (v):
* Momentum (p) = mass (m) * velocity (v)
* If the mass increases, and the velocity stays the same, the product (momentum) will also increase.
Think of it this way: a heavier object moving at the same speed has more inertia and will be harder to stop than a lighter object moving at the same speed. This increased "difficulty" in stopping is reflected in its higher momentum.