An initially stationary rocket explodes in empty space.  Out of the debris two pieces are recovered:  m1=10kg traveling with speed of 500m/s and a second mass m2=20kg, traveling with speed 1500m/s.   What is the minimum amount of energy released in the explosion?   What is the minimum amount of energy released in the explosion? Group of answer choices K≥2.250×107J K≥3.500×104J K≥2.375×107J K≥1.250×106J

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An initially stationary rocket explodes in empty space.  Out of the debris two pieces are recovered:  m1=10kg traveling with speed of 500m/s and a second mass m2=20kg, traveling with speed 1500m/s.

 

What is the minimum amount of energy released in the explosion?

 

What is the minimum amount of energy released in the explosion?

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K≥2.250×107J
K≥3.500×104J
K≥2.375×107J
K≥1.250×106J
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