What is the bulk modulus of a material if a pressure increase of 1000 kPa results in a volume decrease of 0.5%? (2022)

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What is the bulk modulus of a material if a pressure increase of 1000 kPa results in a volume decrease of 0.5%? (2022)
  1. 200000 kPa
  2. 500000 kPa
  3. 1000000 kPa
  4. 250000 kPa

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Q: What is the bulk modulus of a material if a pressure increase of 1000 kPa results in a volume decrease of 0.5%? (2022)
Solution: Bulk modulus (K) = -ΔP / (ΔV/V) = 1000 kPa / 0.005 = 200000 kPa.
Steps: 5

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