For an elastic material,what is the relationship between Young's modulus $(Y)$ and the modulus of rigidity $(\eta)$?

  • A
    $Y = \eta$
  • B
    $Y < \eta$
  • C
    $Y/\eta = 1$
  • D
    $Y > \eta$

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