If two equal and opposite deforming forces are applied parallel to the cross-sectional area of the cylinder as shown in the figure, there is a relative displacement between the opposite faces of the cylinder. The ratio of Δx to L is known as
A
longitudinal strain
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B
volumetric strain
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C
shearing strain
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D
Poisson's ratio
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Solution
The correct option is C shearing strain shearing stress: tanθ=ΔxL