MCQ
Modulus of rigidity of a liquid
  • A
    Non zero constant
  • B
    Infinite
  • Zero
  • D
    Can not be predicted

Answer

Correct option: C.
Zero
c
(c) The Modulus of rigidity or Shear modulus, for water is zero.

As for any applied stress, water will start to flowing and strain will become very large.

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