How is the tension of a string expressed?

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How is the tension of a string expressed?

2007-01-13 11:22:07 · 2 answers · asked by bingba n 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

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Ut vis, ut tensio

The tension is usually expressed in Newtons and the extension is usually expressed as extension divided by original length (strain), which is dimensionless.

Hooke's law states that the extension is proportional to the tension - " as the force, so the extension".

2007-01-13 11:30:32 · answer #1 · answered by Martin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

In the MKS system tension is measured in newtons.
In the British system tension is measured in pounds.

2007-01-13 11:30:49 · answer #2 · answered by anonimous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋