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Chapter 13 -- Elasticity

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The Elastic Limit<br />

The elastic limit is the maximum stress a body can<br />

experience without becoming permanently deformed.<br />

2 m<br />

F<br />

2 m<br />

Stress<br />

<br />

F<br />

A<br />

W<br />

W<br />

W<br />

Okay<br />

Beyond limit<br />

If the stress exceeds the elastic limit, the final<br />

length will be longer than the original 2 m.

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