Q. When a meteorite burns in the atmosphere, then
A) The momentum conservation principle is applicable to the meteorite system
B) The energy of meteorite remains constant
C) The conservation principle of momentum is applicable to a system consisting of meteorites, earth and air molecules
D) The momentum of meteorite remains constant
Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: The conservation principle of momentum is applicable to a system consisting of meteorites, earth and air molecules.
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Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.