Question icon
11 grade physics others

The modulus of rigidity of ideal liquid is(A) Infinity(B) Zero(C) Unity(D) Some finite non-zero constant value

Profile image of Aniket Singh
1 Year agoGrade
Answers icon

1 Answer

Profile image of Askiitians Tutor Team
1 Year ago

The modulus of rigidity, also known as the shear modulus or the modulus of elasticity in shear, is a property that describes the material's resistance to deformation by shear stress.

In the case of an ideal liquid, which refers to a substance that perfectly conforms to the shape of its container and has no resistance to shear stress, the modulus of rigidity is zero. This means that an ideal liquid cannot sustain shear stress without flowing or deforming.

Therefore, the correct option in this case is (B) Zero.