Topic 1 - Hooke's Law Flashcards
1
Q
what is Hooke’s law?
A
extension is proportional to the force
2
Q
what happens to extension as force increases?
A
extension increases
3
Q
what is the elastic limit?
A
if you increase the force past the elastic limit, the material will be permanently stretched
4
Q
how does the material react when forces are removed?
A
if Hooke’s law is obeyed, it will display elastic behaviour and return to its original shape
