P10 Force and Motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is Elastic Deformation?
A
When an object returns to its original shape after being deformed.
2
Q
What is Inelastic deformation?
A
When an object does NOT return to its original shape after being deformed.
3
Q
Spring Constant is:
A
The Amount of Newtons it would Take to Stretch a an object by 1 metre.
4
Q
The equation linking force, Spring constant and Extension
A
F = K × E
5
Q
Hooke’s law is:
A
The direct proportionality between force acting on a spring and its extension.
6
Q
What is the Elastic Limit?
A
The point where an object becomes INELASTICALLY deformed.
7
Q
Unit for Force:
A
Newtons (N)
8
Q
Unit for Spring Constant
A
Newtons/Metre (N/m)
9
Q
Unit For Extension
A
Metres (m)
