Question

A rubber ball is dropped and deformed when it hits the ground. It returns to its original shape immediately after the impact. What property does the rubber ball demonstrate?

Options

• Plasticity

• Elasticity

• Rigidity

• Brittleness

Answer 1

Elasticity

Explanation:

Elasticity is the property by which a body regains its original shape and size after the deforming force is removed. Since the rubber ball returns to its original shape after impact, it demonstrates elasticity.