Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following statements about stress and deformation in materials is correct?

A

Stress is defined as the restoring force per unit area acting within a material.

B

Deformation in materials is always visually noticeable regardless of the applied force.

C

The magnitude of stress is independent of the area over which the force is applied.

D

Stress only occurs when a body is in motion and not in static equilibrium.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Stress is defined as the restoring force per unit area (F/A) within a material, as stated in the NCERT context. The other statements are incorrect as they misrepresent the conditions of deformation and stress.

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