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Impulse in sports

Impulse in sports

Why do cricketers lower their hands when catching a fast ball?
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Lowering hands increases contact time, which reduces force (Impulse = Force × Time). This avoids injuries and makes catching smoother. Helmets, airbags, and mattresses work on the same principle.
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