How Does the Second Fragment's Velocity Change After a 2D Explosion?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the velocity of the second fragment (B) after a 2D explosion of a cannonball. Given a 4.00-kg cannonball traveling at 18.5 m/s that explodes into two fragments, one fragment (A) weighs 2.37 kg and moves at 19.7 m/s at an angle of 325º. Participants emphasize the importance of applying the conservation of momentum principle, stating that the total momentum before and after the explosion must remain constant. To solve for the velocity of fragment B, the momentum of both fragments should be resolved into x and y components. The conversation highlights the need for clarity in setting up the equations based on these components.
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Homework Statement



A 4.00-kg cannon ball is flying at 18.5 m/s
[0º] when it explodes into two fragments.
One 2.37-kg fragment (A) goes off at
19.7 m/s [325º]. What will be the velocity of
the second fragment (B) immediately after
the explosion? Assume that no mass is lost
during the explosion, and that the motion
of the fragments lies in the xy plane.

Homework Equations



p = mv

The Attempt at a Solution



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K so i got my graph drawn, but because this is an explosion i have no idea how to set up the x and y equations, any help?
 
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You have to apply the conservation momentum. The explosion does not make any difference.
Resolve the momentum Pa and Pb along x and y axis. And proceed.
 
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