Meaning of the word "spring constant" in English
What does "spring constant" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spring constant
US /sprɪŋ ˈkɑːn.stənt/
UK /sprɪŋ ˈkɒn.stənt/
Noun
a measure of the stiffness of a spring, defined as the force required to compress or extend a spring by a unit distance
Example:
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The spring constant is usually denoted by the letter 'k' in Hooke's Law.
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A stiffer spring has a higher spring constant.
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