Stress On Solids Flashcards
1
Q
What is stress?
A
When you stand on any surface, you exert a force on it because you’re your weight. Your weight is spread out over the area of your foot. You are exerting a pressure on the ground called stress.
2
Q
How do you calculate stress?
A
F
P A
Stress is measured by how much force is applied over a certain area.
Stress is measured in N/m2
3
Q
How do you measure
Force
Stress
Pressure
Area
A
Force is measured in N (newtons)
Area is measured in m2 (meters 2 or centimetres 2)
Pressure is measured in pa (pascals’)
Stress is measured in N/m2
