A shell in free space initially at rest explodes into two pieces,… - Vidyadip

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A shell in free space initially at rest explodes into two pieces, $A$ and $B$ , which then move in opposite directions. Piece $A$ has less mass than piece $B$ . Ignore all external forces. Identify correct statement

A
Both have the same momentum after the explosion
B
Piece $B$ has greater magnitude of momentum after the explosion
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Piece $A$ has greater kinetic energy after the explosion
D
Both have the same kinetic energy after the explosion

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Answer

Correct option: C.

Piece $A$ has greater kinetic energy after the explosion

c

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