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The centre of mass of a system particles does not depend on :
PhysicsCenter of Mass Momentum and CollisionJEE Main
Options:
  • A masses of the particles
  • B Internal forces on the particle
  • C Position of the particles
  • D Relative distance between the particles
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Internal forces on the particle
Explanation:
- Masses of the particles (1): The center of mass calculation takes into account the masses of all particles in the system.
- Position of the particles (3): The calculation also depends on the positions of these particles.
- Relative distance between the particles (4): Since the center of mass is derived from the positions of the particles, the relative distances indirectly influence the calculation.
- Internal forces on the particle (2): Internal forces do not affect the center of mass. They may affect the motion of particles relative to each other but do not change the center of mass of the system as a whole.

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