Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
At a point, σx=σy=100 N/mm², τxy=0. This stress state is:
Strength of MaterialsHydrostatic Stress StateMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
Biaxial with unequal principal stresses
B
Hydrostatic (isotropic) stress
C
Pure shear
D
Uniaxial stress
Correct Answer
B. Hydrostatic (isotropic) stress
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Equal stresses in all directions with no shear = hydrostatic/isotropic stress.
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