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The quantities remaining constant in a collision are

To change, linear momentum non zero external force is needed. Since, m it isn’t present, so momentum will be conserved. Now, in collision of two objects, distribution of mass may change, this will result into change of potential energy change, leading to change in kinetic energy. Change in internal energy will result into change in temperature too.

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