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What is the characteristic of solids that gives them a definite shape and size?
What is the characteristic of solids that gives them a definite shape and size?
- High flexibility of the constituent atoms
- The movement of atoms in any direction
- Atoms vibrating around their equilibrium positions (correct)
- The arrangement of atoms in a liquid state
What does deformation refer to in the context of solids?
What does deformation refer to in the context of solids?
- The ability of solids to change color under pressure
- A change in size or shape due to applied forces (correct)
- A permanent change in the arrangement of atoms
- The resistance to changing temperature
Which of the following materials is classified as elastic?
Which of the following materials is classified as elastic?
- Clay
- Rubber (correct)
- Plasticine
- Putty
Which statement best describes a plastic solid?
Which statement best describes a plastic solid?
What type of solid is considered the best example of a perfectly elastic material?
What type of solid is considered the best example of a perfectly elastic material?
When a deforming force is applied on a solid, what develops to bring the molecules back to their equilibrium positions?
When a deforming force is applied on a solid, what develops to bring the molecules back to their equilibrium positions?
Which of the following defines the equilibrium state of a solid?
Which of the following defines the equilibrium state of a solid?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the inter-atomic forces in solids?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the inter-atomic forces in solids?
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Elastic Solid
Elastic Solid
A solid that regains its original shape and size after an external force is removed.
Plastic Solid
Plastic Solid
A solid that does not return to its original shape and size after the deforming force is removed.
Deformation
Deformation
A change in the shape or size of a solid due to an external force.
Equilibrium Position
Equilibrium Position
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Restoring Force
Restoring Force
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Solid state
Solid state
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Atomic vibrations
Atomic vibrations
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External Force
External Force
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Study Notes
Mechanical Properties of Solids
- Solids are made of atoms in a definite arrangement
- Constituent atoms vibrate about an equilibrium position
- Equilibrium arrangement is determined by the nature of the atoms and the resultant zero force between them
- Solids maintain a definite shape and size due to internal forces
- Deformation is the change in shape or size of a body due to an external force
- If the shape and size return to original upon removal of the force it's called elasticity
- If shape and size do not return to original upon removal of the force it's called plasticity
- Examples of elastic materials: Metals, rubber, quartz
- Examples of plastic materials: Clay, putty, plasticine
Elastic Behavior of Solids
- If a body regains its original shape and size after removing the deforming force, it's perfectly elastic
- If the body does not regain its original shape and size after removing the force, it's plastic
- There is no truly perfect elastic or plastic solid
- Best example of an ideal elastic solid is quartz fiber
- Best example of a plastic solid is putty
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This quiz covers the mechanical properties of solids, focusing on atomic arrangements, deformation, elasticity, and plasticity. You'll explore examples of elastic and plastic materials, as well as concepts related to the behavior of solids under external forces.
