STANDARDPhysics-Mechanical Properties of Solids
STANDARD Physics Hooke's Law MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
According the Hooke’s law of elasticity. If stress is increased, the ratio of stress to strain
A
decreases
B
increases
C
becomes zero
D
remains constant
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
According to Hooke's law, within the elastic limit, stress is directly proportional to the strain i.e. Stress ∝ Strain or Stress = k strain where k is the proportionality constant and is known as modulus of elasticity.
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