Which of the following is an example of an inelastic collision?
Correct answer: A. Collision between two vehicles
- A. Collision between two vehicles
- B. Collision between elastic balls (like tennis balls)
- C. None of these
- D. Collision between two trains connecting at low speed
- E. Collision between superballs
Explanation
If there is a loss of kinetic energy during a collision, it is called an inelastic collision. Collisiom between two vehicles is an example for inelastic collision. A collision between two vehicles is often inelastic because some kinetic energy is transformed into other forms, such as deformation, sound, and heat, resulting in reduced energy conservation and potential damage.
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