Give the relation between shear modulus $(G)$ and Young's modulus $(Y)$ for an isotropic material.

  • A
    $Y = 2G(1 + \sigma)$
  • B
    $Y = 3G(1 - 2\sigma)$
  • C
    $G = Y / 2(1 + \sigma)$
  • D
    Both $A$ and $C$ are correct.

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