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A shell initially at rest explodes into two pieces of equal mass, then the two pieces will

a
Be at rest
b
Move with different velocities in different directions
c
Move with the same velocity in opposite directions
d
Move with the same velocity in same direction

detailed solution

Correct option is C

According to law of conservation of linear momentum both pieces should possess equal momentum after explosion. As their masses are equal therefore they will possess equal speed in opposite direction.

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