Mechanics and Materials · Mechanics & Motion
Materials and Elasticity
Studying the microscopic behavior of solids under tension and compression through Young's Modulus and Hooke's Law.
Key Questions
- 1How does the molecular structure of a polymer explain its ability to return to its original shape after deformation?
- 2What variables affect the breaking point of a structural beam in a skyscraper?
- 3How would an engineer use a stress strain graph to select the optimal material for an aircraft wing?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
A-Level: Physics - MaterialsA-Level: Physics - Mechanics
Year: Year 12
Subject: Physics
Unit: Mechanics and Materials
Period: Mechanics & Motion
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