A 0.50-kg bomb is sliding along an icy pond (frictionless surface) with a velocity of 2.0 m/s to the west. The bomb explodes into two pieces. After the explosion, a 0.20-kg piece moves south at 4.0 m/s. What are the components of the velocity of the 0.30-kg piece?

x = - 3.33 i

y = 2.667 j

Explanation:

Given that;

mass of bomb = 0.50 kg

After explosion , 0.20 kg piece moves south 0.20 kg

At 4.0 m/s

By using conservation of momentum

so  for each components of velocity on the x and y axis are shown below in a respective order

x = - 3.33 i

y = 2.667 j

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