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A particle at rest suddenly disintegrates into two particles of equal masses which start moving. The two fragments will
PhysicsCenter of Mass Momentum and CollisionNEET
Options:
  • A Move in the same direction with equal speeds
  • B Move in any directions with any speed
  • C Move in opposite directions with equal speeds
  • D Move in opposite directions with unequal speeds
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The correct answer is: Move in opposite directions with equal speeds
A particle at rest suddenly disintegrates into two particles of equal masses which start moving. The two fragments will move in opposite directions with equal speeds (From momentum conservation).

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