everyday science MCQ #4728

The springs of shock absorbers are made of steel and not rubber because steel is:

everyday science MCQ #4728

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The springs of shock absorbers are made of steel and not rubber because steel is:

    • A) More durable than rubber
    • B) Less expensive than rubber
    • C) Less elastic than rubber
    • D) More elastic than rubber

    Answer: More elastic than rubber

    Explanation: Steel springs have greater elasticity (higher Young's modulus and elastic limit) than rubber, allowing them to absorb and store energy effectively without permanent deformation.