Which of the following terms is defined as a gradual increase in tissue length that occurs when maintaining a constant stress (force)?

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Creep is the term used for describing the gradual increase in tissue length when maintained under constant stress (load). Stress refers to the amount of force applied along a given area, deformation refers to the change in shape or size of tissue, and viscoelasticity refers to the property of materials to exhibit both viscous (fluid-like) and elastic (solid-like) behavior under stress.

Which of the Following Terms Is Defined as a Gradual