Question
Download Solution PDFTensile or compressive stress can also be termed as __________.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is longitudinal stress.Key Points
- Tensile stress refers to the stretching of a material, while compressive stress refers to the squeezing or pressing of a material.
- Longitudinal stress is another term for tensile or compressive stress that occurs along the length of a material.
Additional Information
- Tangential stress, also known as shear stress, occurs when forces are applied parallel to a surface or plane, causing the material to deform or break.
- Hydraulic stress is a type of stress that occurs when a fluid is forced into a confined space, creating pressure on the surrounding material.
- Shearing stress occurs when two surfaces slide against each other in opposite directions, causing deformation or failure of the material.
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