Topic 5.5-5.6: Elasticity Flashcards

1
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What are the two different types of deformation

A

elastic and inelastic

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2
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what is elastic deformation

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when the force is released the object returns back to its original shape

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3
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what is inelastic deformation

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when the force is released the object doesnt return to its original position

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4
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what is extension

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the increase in length of a springwhen stretched

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5
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What is hookes law
(give equation)

A

the force applied to an object is directly proportional to the extension of the object when it is being elastically deformed
F=ke

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6
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What is the equation for elastic potential energy

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Ek=1/2ke^2

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7
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On a graph with force plotted against extension what is the gradient of the straight line equal to

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the spring constant

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