Work Done on a Spring (OCR GCSE Physics A (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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How many forces are needed to stretch, bend, or compress an object?
How many forces are needed to stretch, bend, or compress an object?
More than one force
What happens if a single force is applied to an object?
What happens if a single force is applied to an object?
It moves in the direction of the force
In which direction must forces be applied to stretch an object?
In which direction must forces be applied to stretch an object?
In opposite directions
What does a fixed point provide when a force is applied to the other end?
What does a fixed point provide when a force is applied to the other end?
A counteracting force
What is deformation?
What is deformation?
A change in the shape of an object
What happens to an object after elastic deformation when the force is removed?
What happens to an object after elastic deformation when the force is removed?
It returns to its original shape
Which is an example of elastic deformation?
Which is an example of elastic deformation?
An elastic band returning to shape
What characterises plastic deformation?
What characterises plastic deformation?
A permanent change in shape
Which example shows plastic deformation?
Which example shows plastic deformation?
A spring stretched too far, not returning