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Thank you very much for all the help and explanation Orodruin, haruspex, BvU, kuruman, jbriggs444, DaveC426913
Distance between rocket and object
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The discussion revolves around the physics of a rocket and an object it releases. The speed of the rocket after moving 0.5 km is calculated using the formula for kinetic energy and momentum conservation principles. Participants clarify that for momentum conservation to apply, the system must be closed, which includes accounting for Earth's gravitational force. The initial velocity of the released object is debated, with consensus that it retains the rocket's upward speed at the moment of release. The conversation highlights the importance of interpreting problem statements correctly to avoid ambiguity in physics calculations.
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