a young tree branch bends in the wind. an old tree branch breaks off under the same conditions. discuss the differences in the physical properties of the two branches.
2007-03-06 04:05:54 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The main aspect would be elasticity of the material. The new branch is more elastic than the old, hence the new branch bends while the old one breaks.
2007-03-06 04:16:33 · answer #1 · answered by MSDC 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
moisture adds flexibility compared to dry, more non flexible peices...
Consider what people do to weave a basket, or make a branch curve to become the outer C holding the back supports to make a chair out of complete branch pieces. They soak them in water to make them more flexible. Now, the question is, why does moisture make wood more flexible?
2007-03-06 04:20:09 · answer #2 · answered by lisalikes70scheese 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the older tree, was no longer as strong and youth full as it once was therefore no match for such conditions as the younger tree
2007-03-06 04:14:53 · answer #3 · answered by sunshine a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋