A Spring Is a Mechanical Device Often in the Form

question 127

Multiple Choice

A spring is a mechanical device often in the form of a ____ coil that yields by expansion or contraction due to ____ applied.

• A) helical; pressure
• B) hexagonal; force
• C) helical; stress
• D) helical; force
• E) a, c, and d

---

Definitions:

Common Law

A legal system based on judicial decisions and precedents rather than statutory laws.

Warming

A process wherein the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans increases, often discussed in the context of global climate change.

Past Century

"Past century" refers to the period of 100 years immediately preceding the current moment.

Environmental Problems

Issues affecting the natural environment, often caused by human activity, such as pollution, climate change, and biodiversity loss.