For an isotropic elastic material with Young's modulus E, shear modulus N (rigidity), bulk modulus K, and Poisson's ratio ν = 1/m, identify the correct relationship(s) among E, N, K, and m.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: All of the above

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
In linear elasticity for isotropic materials, the four elastic constants (E, N, K, ν) are interrelated; any two determine the others. Many exam questions test recognition of these canonical identities, including notational variants where ν = 1/m.


Given Data / Assumptions:

  • E: Young's modulus; N: modulus of rigidity (shear modulus G); K: bulk modulus.
  • Poisson's ratio ν = 1/m.
  • Material is homogeneous and isotropic; small-strain elasticity applies.


Concept / Approach:
Standard relationships are: E = 2G(1 + ν), E = 3K(1 − 2ν), and E = 9KG/(3K + G). Substituting G = N and ν = 1/m yields the given forms. These identities are dimensionally consistent and widely tabulated.


Step-by-Step Solution:
1) From shear relation: E = 2N(1 + ν) → using ν = 1/m → E = 2N(1 + 1/m).2) From volumetric relation: E = 3K(1 − 2ν) → E = 3K(1 − 2/m).3) Combined relation: E = 9 K N / (3K + N) (independent of ν explicitly).


Verification / Alternative check:
Pick E, ν and compute N and K using the first two formulas; then back-substitute into the third to confirm equality. All three are consistent for isotropic materials (ν between −1 and 0.5 for stability).


Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • Each of A–C is correct; omitting any would be incomplete.


Common Pitfalls:

  • Confusing m with ν (remember ν = 1/m here).
  • Using E = 3K(1 − ν) (incorrect; the factor is 1 − 2ν).


Final Answer:
All of the above.

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