Inelastic collision in Space
Inelastic collision is when the
colliding objects deform, or generate
heat, or both. In a perfectly inelastic
collision, the objects stick together.
So in short I need to show an example of Inelastic collision. Now I know how to explain it and even have chosen an image. However, my problem is the image I have chosen is of two space ships (Star Trek Nemisis) crashing in the vacuum of space. Now if you have seen the movie you will know that Hollywood adds sparks and flame to the crash. However, there is no oxygen in space, but a few of my friends have said that some chemicals do not need oxygen to explode or have flame. I tried searching for Explosions in Space, but only find stars or Yahoo Questions asking about the same question I have. If you can supply your educated guess or reliable source (not Wikipedia).
I do remember hearing about two satellite crashing while in orbit and I would assume their was no explosion or fire, but can not find a detailed report of the crash.