Shear modulus is -

Shear modulus is - Correct Answer The ratio of shear stress to shear strain

CONCEPT:

  • Shear stress: The force parallel to plane per unit area is called shear stress.
  • Shear strain: The strain developed due to shear stress is called shear strain.
  • Shear modulus: The ratio of shear stress and shear strain is called shear modulus. It is also called Modulus of rigidity.
  • It is denoted by G.

 

EXPLANATION:

  • Thus the shear modulus is the ratio of shear stress to shear strain. So option 1 is correct.

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