Answer to Question #149525 in Mechanics | Relativity for Mikkos Joshua Garcia

Question

What is the importance of coefficient of restitution in a colliding body?

Answer 1

The nature of elasticity and inelasticity determines the Coefficient of restitution in a colliding body. In this case, an elastic collision happens when there is no dissipation of kinetic energy while in an inelastic collision, the momentum and kinetic energy is converted to other forms of energy.