The longitudinal strain is only possible in

Name: Exam Paper Generator | JEE NEET Paper Generator | Vedclass
Brand: Vedclass
Rating: 5 (35 reviews)

Question

(C) Longitudinal strain is defined as the ratio of the change in length to the original length of an object when a deforming force is applied. Since l

Vedclass · Accepted Answer

Solids

Vedclass · Answer

(C) Longitudinal strain is defined as the ratio of the change in length to the original length of an object when a deforming force is applied. Since longitudinal strain requires a change in length and a defined shape to maintain that length,it is only possible in solids. Gases and liquids (fluids) do not have a fixed shape or length and undergo volume changes rather than longitudinal changes when subjected to stress. Therefore,the correct option is $C$.

Similar Questions

Why do rail tracks have an '$I$-shaped' girder?

Hooke's law is applicable for ....

Explain tensile stress and compressive stress.

Two equal and opposite forces each $F$ act on a rod of uniform cross-sectional area $a$ as shown in the figure. The shearing stress on the section $AB$ will be

If a string, suspended from the ceiling, is given a downward force $F_1$, its length becomes $L_1$. Its length becomes $L_2$ if the downward force is $F_2$. What is its actual length?

Vedclass Test Series

Exam Paper Generator

Online Exam Module