Section 4 - Materials Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Hookes law
A
Extension is proportional to force
2
Q
Limit of proportionality
A
The point at which Hookes Law is obeyed to
3
Q
Elastic limit
A
The point at which the material will be permanently stretched
4
Q
Elastic deformation
A
Where the material will return to its original shape
5
Q
Plastic deformation
A
Where the material will no longer return to its original shape
6
Q
Elastic potential energy
A
The energy stored in a stretched material
7
Q
Ultimate tensile strength
A
The maximum stress a material can take
