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# applyImpulse(_:)

Applies an impulse to the center of gravity of a physics body.

```
func applyImpulse(_ impulse: CGVector)
```

## Parameters

`impulse`

A vector that describes how much momentum was imparted in each dimension. The impulse is measured in Newton-seconds.

## Discussion

This method affects the body’s linear velocity without changing the body’s angular velocity.

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