Properties of Solid Materials Flashcards
what is a stiff object
an object that is hard to stretch
what is a flexible object
an object that is easy to stretch
what is an elastic object
an object that returns to its original shape once the force exerted on his is removed
what is a plastic object
an object that deforms permanently once the force is removed
what is a ductile object
an object that gets thinner as it stretches (plastic materials only)
what is a malleable object
an object that can be hammered into different shapes (plastic materials only)
what is a tough object
an object that deforms to absorb energy easily without breaking
what is a brittle object
an object that has little deformation and absorbs very little energy without breaking
what is a strong object
an object that can withstand a large force before it breaks
