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Elasticity, Thermal Expansion, Calorimetry and Heat Transfer: Moduli Comparison MCQ

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Moduli ComparisonMediumQuestion 30805

Question

Bulk modulus of a material is defined using:
  1. A
    Longitudinal stress
  2. B
    Shear stress
  3. C
    Volume stress and volume strain
    Correct
  4. D
    Tensile stress

Correct answer

Volume stress and volume strain

Explanation

Bulk modulus B = −Volume stress / Volume strain = −P/(ΔV/V).

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