When a speeding truck hits a stationary car, the car is deformed and heat is generated. What can you say about the kinetic energy of the system after the collision?

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21-05-2014
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When a speeding truck hits a stationary car, the car is deformed and heat is generated. What can you say about the kinetic energy of the system after the collision?

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AL2006 AL2006 · Answer 1 · 2014-05-21T21:43:28-04:00

AL2006 AL2006

21-05-2014

I can say that the kinetic energy after the collision is less than it was before the collision. I can say this with confidence because you've said that some energy was used to deform the car, plus there was energy lost from the system in the form of heat.

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shanilacoffee shanilacoffee · Answer 2 · 2021-03-14T18:03:20-04:00

shanilacoffee shanilacoffee

14-03-2021

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B. The kinetic energy of the system is partially used for deforming the car.

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