Let's assume that the energy is lost via radiation.
Then, from the above example, approx. 17 J of energy is lost in a very short time span. From calculations, frequency of that radiation would be 2.6 x 10^34, which is really close to the Maximum possible value achievable. This radiation can only...
Let's say that 2 objects inelastically collided in outer space.
One has a Mass of 2kg, and velocity 5m/s.
The other has a Mass of 4kg, and velocity is 0m/s. ( at rest)
1) Energy cannot be created or destroyed. (Energy is conserved)
2) Momentum is conserved.
Total Momentum before was (2x5) +...