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The document explains the concepts of elasticity and plasticity in materials, highlighting how their atomic structure and bonding affect their behavior under stress. Steel is elastic but becomes plastic when deformed beyond a limit, while rubber is highly elastic and can stretch significantly without permanent deformation. Plastic materials, like copper and polyethylene, undergo permanent changes in shape when stressed, making them suitable for manufacturing processes that require lasting forms.
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