Question

    Which of the following physical quantities is not

    conserved in inelastic collisions?
    A Kinetic Energy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Momentum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Angular Momentum Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Total Energy Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In inelastic collisions, kinetic energy is not conserved due to conversion to heat, sound, etc. Momentum and total energy are conserved.

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