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When two identical solid balls, one made of ivory and the other of...
When two identical solid balls, one made of ivory and the other of wet clay, are dropped from the same height onto the floor, which one will rise to a greater height after striking the floor and why?
Options
- AThe ivory ball, as it is more elastic than the wet-clay ball.
- BThe wet-clay ball, as it has a higher density than the ivory ball.
- CThe wet-clay ball, as it absorbs more energy during the collision.
- DThe ivory ball, as it has a lower mass compared to the wet-clay ball.
Correct answer
A. The ivory ball, as it is more elastic than the wet-clay ball.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (A)
The ivory ball, as it is more elastic than the wet-clay ball.
The ivory ball, as it is more elastic than the wet-clay ball.