plasticity, ability of certain solids to flow or to change shape permanently when subjected to stresses of intermediate magnitude between those producing temporary deformation, or elastic behaviour, and those causing failure of the material, or rupture (see yield point).

What is plasticity example?

In physics and materials science, plasticity is the deformation of a material undergoing non-reversible changes of shape in response to applied forces. For example, a solid part of metal being bent or pounded into a new shape exhibits plasticity as stable changes occur within the material itself.

What is plasticity answer in one sentence?

Plasticity is the ability of a material to undergo permanent deformation. The material goes through a non-reversible change in shape when force is applied.