ESE 2023Q16
Q: A relatively large plate of a glass is subjected to a tensile stress of 40 MPa. If the specific surface energy and modulus of elasticity for this glass are 0.3 J/m² and 69 GPa, respectively, what is approximate maximum length of a surface flaw that is possible without fracture?
(a)6·2 μm
(b)8·2 μm
(c)10·2 μm
(d)12·2 μm
Correct Answer: (d)
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