Wave Mechanics Question 521

Question: A metal rod of Young’s modulus $ 2\times 10^{10}N{{m}^{-2}} $ undergoes an elastic strain of 0.06%. The energy per unit volume stored in J m-3 is

Options:

A) 3600

B) 7200

C) 10800

D) 14400

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] U / volume $ =\frac{1}{2}Y\times strain^{2}=3600J{{m}^{-3}} $

$ [Strain=0.06\times {{10}^{-2}}] $