The ability of a material to regain its original shape, after it has been stretched or compressed is called __________.

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Elasticity is the ability of a material to retain to its original shape after being stretched or compressed.When an elastic material is stretched or compressed,it exists elastic force.This force increases when more of the material is stretched or compressed.

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Column I	Column II
(A) A body which regains its original shape after the removal of external forces	(p) Elasticity
(B) A body which does not regain its original shape after the removal of external forces.	(q) Elastic body
(C) A body which does not show any deformation on applying external forces	(r) Plastic body
(D) The property of the body to regain its original configuration when the deforming forces are removed.	(s) Rigid body

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