In this PhysCast the collision between two freight cars is explored using conservation of momentum. After the collision their motion is explored using conservation of mechanical energy.

When two freight cars collide (PhysCasts)

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When two freight cars collide (PhysCasts)

When two freight cars collide (PhysCasts)