A 905-G Meteor Impacts the Earth at a Speed of 1629

question 14

Multiple Choice

A 905-g meteor impacts the earth at a speed of 1629 m/s. If all of its energy is entirely converted to heat in the meteor, what will be the resulting temperature rise of the meteor, assuming it does not melt? The specific heat for the meteor material is 472 J/kg∙K, which is about the same as that of iron.

• A) 2810°C
• B) 2,540,000°C
• C) 3.10°C
• D) 11,700°C

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Definitions:

Suprascapular Notch

A notch in the scapula that allows passage of the suprascapular nerve and vessels.

Acetabulum

The socket in the hip bone that receives the head of the thigh bone to form the hip joint.

Greater Sciatic Notch

A deep notch in the ilium bone of the pelvis through which the sciatic nerve passes.

Sacro-Iliac Joint

A joint in the pelvic girdle, located where the sacrum meets the iliac bone of the pelvis, involved in transferring weight and movement between the upper body and legs.