How Quantum Mechanics Explains Material Strength and Flexibility Tuesday, February 10, 2026
At first glance, material strength and flexibility seem like purely physical properties—how hard a material is, how much it bends, or when it breaks. But beneath what we can see and touch lies a deeper explanation rooted in quantum mechanics. This branch of physics, which governs the behavior of atoms and electrons, plays a crucial role in determining why materials are strong, flexible, brittle, or elastic.
