Perfectly inelastic collision (1D) (vf = (m1u1 + m2u2)/(m1+m2))
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vf = (m1u1 + m2u2)/(m1+m2)
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| v_f | Common final velocity (m/s) |
| m_1,m_2 | Masses (kg) |
| u_1,u_2 | Initial velocities along line (m/s) |
When to use this
Bodies stick; momentum conserved; kinetic energy not conserved (lost to deformation/heat).