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A wire of natural length l, Young's modulus Y and area of cross-section A is extended by x. Then the energy stored in the wire is given by
PhysicsMechanical Properties of SolidsNEET
Options:
  • A 12 YAlx2
  • B 13 YAlx2
  • C 12 YlAx2
  • D 12 AYlx2
Solution:
1362 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 12 YAlx2
Energy stored in the wire

U=12Y×(strain)2×volume

or U=12Y×xl2×Al

or U=12Yx2l×A

or U=12YAlx2

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