In an elastic collision problem, what additional conservation law is valid?
A) Conservation of potential energy
B) Conservation of thermal energy
C) Conservation of kinetic energy
D) None of the above

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In an elastic collision, both momentum and kinetic energy are conserved. Conservation of kinetic energy is a defining characteristic of elastic collisions, distinguishing them from inelastic collisions where kinetic energy is not conserved.

In an Elastic Collision Problem, What Additional Conservation Law Is