[单选题]
A firecracker is at rest just before exploding. Upon exploding, the
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A. The total kinetic energy of the firecracker remains unchanged before and after the explosion.
B. The kinetic energy of the two parts after the explosion is identical.
C. The total momentum of the firecracker is unchanged after the explosion.
D. The velocities of the two parts are exactly equal in magnitude but opposite in direction.
参考答案:
C
本题详细解析:
Explanation:
A. Incorrect because Ek changed from zero to non-zero because the chemical potential energy in the firecracker is converted into kinetic energy which is divided between the two parts after the explosion.
B. Incorrect; Because Ek=(2mp2) and the momenta must be equal, the kinetic energies must be unequal as the masses are not equal.
C. Correct; Momentum is always conserved in any process for an isolated system.
D. Incorrect because since momentum is conserved, unequal parts must have unequal velocities.