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A ball dropped from point P bounces to point Q before dropping again. Which one of the following is true?

A

Energy is not conserved.

B

When the ball reaches the ground at point X, its kinetic energy is equal to its gravitational potential energy.

C

When the ball hits the ground at point X, a small part of its energy is lost due to deformation of the ball.

D

From point X to point Q, kinetic energy of the ball increases.

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C
When the ball hits the ground at point X, a small part of its energy is lost due to deformation of the ball
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