Section: Module 5: Lesson 6: Shear, Compression, Elasticity, and Plasticity | Physics | NextGenU.org

  • Learning Objectives:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    • Explain the concepts of stress and strain in describing elastic deformations of materials.
    • Describe the range where materials show plastic behavior and the limit where the deformation of materials is elastic.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 24 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
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      The LibreTexts Physics - 2022

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      Quiz: Module 5

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