a very rigid material—one that stretches or compresses only slightly under large forces—has a large value of __________.
What properties does a very rigid material have under large forces?
Answer:
A very rigid material that stretches or compresses only slightly under large forces has a large value of modulus of elasticity. Modulus of elasticity, also known as Young’s Modulus, is a measure of a material’s stiffness and its ability to withstand deformation when a force is applied. In simpler terms, the modulus of elasticity quantifies how much a material will deform under stress. For rigid materials like the one described, the modulus of elasticity will be high, indicating a strong resistance to deformation even when subjected to significant forces.