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Energy in an Olympic Javelin throw

Energy in an Olympic Javelin throw (360 J)

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Energy in an Olympic Javelin throw (360 J)

  • is 1/25 of Energy in an AA alkaline battery (9 kJ)...more
  • is 1/5 of Kinetic energy of M16 rifle bullet (1.8 kJ)...more

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