According to conservation of momentum, the rifle recoils with same momentum as that of bullet. As momentum = mass X velocity; so light rifle will recoil with larger velocity and hence, will hurt the shoulder more.
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Two identical bullets are fired one by a light rifle and the other by a heavy rifle with the same force. Which rifle will hurt the shoulder more and why?
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