Question

Brittleness is a property of solid due to which:

• A. they break into small pieces
• B. the solid does not back to its original shape
• C. solid regains its original shape
• D. none of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A they break into small pieces

A material is brittle when, it subjected to stress. It breaks into small pieces without significant deformation (strain). Brittle materials absorb relatively little energy prior to fracture, even those of high strength. Breaking is often accompanied by a snapping sound.

So, option A is correct.