Question

what is the difference between stretching a t - shirt and stretching a rubber band? the t - shirt will return to its original size and shape, but the rubber band wont. the rubber band doesnt resist being stretched, but the t - shirt does. the rubber band will return to its original size and shape, but the t - shirt wont. the t - shirt doesnt resist being stretched, but the rubber band does.

Explanation:

Rubber bands are made of elastic materials that can return to their original shape after stretching (elastic deformation). T - shirts, especially those not made with a high percentage of elastic fibers, may undergo plastic deformation when stretched and not return to their original size and shape easily. Also, both rubber bands and t - shirts resist being stretched to some extent (due to intermolecular forces etc.).

Answer:

The rubber band will return to its original size and shape, but the t - shirt won't.