Blocks a and B Are Moving Toward Each Other Along

question 79

Multiple Choice

Blocks A and B are moving toward each other along the x axis.A has a mass of 2.0 kg and a velocity of 50 m/s, while B has a mass of 4.0 kg and a velocity of -25 m/s.They suffer an elastic collision and move off along the x axis.The kinetic energy transferred from A to B during the collision is:

• A)0 J
• B)2500 J
• C)5000 J
• D)7500 J
• E)10000 J

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Definitions:

Nickel

A hard, silvery-white metallic element with the elemental symbol "Ni" and atomic number 28, used in alloys and to galvanize iron.

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Argon

A noble gas element with atomic number 18, colorless, odorless, and inert, used in lighting and welding due to its non-reactive nature.

Atomic Symbol

A one or two-letter notation representing an element on the periodic table.