A-LevelPhysicsDeformation of solids9702/12 · Oct/Nov 2015 · Q221 Mark
Which statement about elastic and plastic deformation is correct?
AElastic deformation and plastic deformation are proportional to the applied force.
BElastic deformation and plastic deformation cause no change in volume.
CElastic deformation causes heating of the material but plastic deformation does not.
DElastic deformation is reversible but plastic deformation is not.
✓ Correct answer
D: Elastic deformation is reversible but plastic deformation is not.
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