What is the Bulk modulus for a perfect rigid body?

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The Bulk modulus for a perfect rigid body - Infinite

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Bulk modulus, K = \(\frac{\frac{p}{ΔV}}{V}\) = \(\frac{pV}{ΔV}\)

As perfect rigid body does not change it’s shape even after infinite force. Hence ∆V = 0

Or k = \(\frac{PV}{0}\) = ∞

Therefore, Bulk modulus for a perfect rigid body is infinity.

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