5 Questions
What does resilience refer to in the context of materials testing?
The resistance of a material to permanent deformation
How is resilience measured?
By the area under the elastic portion of the stress-strain curve
What does toughness indicate about a material?
The resistance of a material to fracture
How is toughness represented on a stress-strain curve?
By the total area under the elastic and plastic portions
In what context is resilience particularly important?
Evaluation of resilient-denture lining materials, tissue conditioners, and maxillofacial materials
Test your knowledge of mechanical properties testing of materials with this quiz. Learn about resilience, toughness, stress, strain, and energy terms related to material deformation.
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