A billiard ball is moving in the x-direction at 30.0 cm/s and strikes another billiard ball moving in the y-direction at 40.0 cm/s. As a result of the collision, the first ball moves at 50.0 cm/s, and the second ball stops. What is the change in kinetic energy of the system as a result of the collision

Explanation:

Given that,

Initial speed of the billiard ball 1, u = 30i cm/s

Initial speed of another billiard ball 2, u' = 40j cm/s

After the collision,

Final speed of first ball, v = 50 cm/s

Final speed of second ball, v' = 0 (as it stops)

Let us consider that both balls have same mass i.e. m

Initial kinetic energy of the system is :

Final kinetic energy of the system is :

The change in kinetic energy of the system is equal to the difference of final and initial kinetic energy as :

So, the change in kinetic energy of the system as a result of the collision is equal to 0.    

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write a paragraph or story to explain the transformation between potential and kinetic energy as shown in your picture or model.  

you should have at least 5 complete sentences with a main idea and supporting details.  

you must include the following words:  

potential energy

kinetic energy

mechanical energy

conservation of energy

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