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Distinguish between elasticity and plasticity.
Distinguish Between
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| No. | Elasticity | Plasticity | |
| 1. | Body regains its original shape or size after removal of deforming force | 1. | Body does not regain its original shape or size after removal of deforming force. |
| 2. | Restoring forces are strong enough to bring the displaced molecules to their original positions. | 2. | Restoring forces are not strong enough to bring the molecules back to their original positions. |
| 3. | Examples of elastic materials: metals, rubber, quartz, etc | 3. | Examples of plastic materials: clay, putty, plasticine, thick mud, etc |
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