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

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Moduli ComparisonMediumQuestion 30806

Question

Modulus of rigidity (shear modulus) relates:
  1. A
    Normal stress to longitudinal strain
  2. B
    Shear stress to shear strain
    Correct
  3. C
    Volume stress to volume strain
  4. D
    Stress to temperature

Correct answer

Shear stress to shear strain

Explanation

Rigidity modulus G = Shear stress / Shear strain, governing shape changes.

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