How to Identify Elastic and Inelastic Collisions

Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel

This educational video provides a clear and engaging introduction to the physics of collisions, specifically distinguishing between elastic and inelastic types. Opening with a relatable personal anecdote about a flag football accident, the narrator simplifies complex physics concepts into a straightforward binary: collisions that "stick" (inelastic) and collisions that "bounce" (elastic). The video uses high-quality slow-motion footage and clear graphics to illustrate how kinetic energy behaves differently in each scenario.