KCET2019PhysicsCenter of Mass, Momentum and Collision
Two particles which are initially at rest move towards each other under the action of their mutual attraction. If their speeds are ( v ) and ( 2 v ) at any instant, then the speed of center of mass of the system is,
Options
- A( 1.5 v )
- B( 2 v )
- C( v )
- Dzero
Correct answer
D. zero
Step-by-step solution
(D) At initial position both ( A ) and ( B ) are at rest, hence, momentum is zero. It is given that no external force isacting on them. So, momentum remains zero. Since mass cannot be zero, therefore velocity is zero.