You should expect concrete to have an elastic constant that is _____ than wood.

a. larger than
b. smaller than
c. equal to

So...based on what I looked up as the definition for elastic constant and linear elasticity, I think conrete is less elastic than wood is. As compared to concrete, can't wood bend a bit...IDK...am I misinterpreting the question? HELP PLEASE!

Think this way: elastic eonstant= amoutForce per deformation.

I can crush wood by stomping it, but not concrete, that takes a very large force.

So because it would take more force to crush the concrete, then the elastic constant is larger than wood...or would it be smaller than wood because wood is more 'elastic'? Ugh...I'm sorry!

more force per deformation, larger elastic constant.

higher elastic constant, less elastic.Rubber bands have very low elastic constants.

Thanks Mr. Bob!!!!

No problem! I'm here to help clarify things for you.

The question is asking about the elastic constant of concrete compared to wood. In the context of materials, the elastic constant refers to a measure of a material's stiffness or ability to return to its original shape after being deformed.

In general, concrete is known to have a higher elastic constant than wood. This means that concrete is less elastic than wood and is, therefore, less likely to bend or deform under applied stress.

To answer the question, you would choose option "a. larger than" because the elastic constant of concrete is expected to be larger or higher than that of wood.

It's important to note that while wood is generally less stiff and more likely to bend, it can still exhibit elasticity to a certain extent. So, you are correct in mentioning that wood can bend a bit. However, in comparison to concrete, wood is relatively more elastic.

I hope this clears things up for you!