Stress-strain graph explaination?

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The discussion centers on the interpretation of a stress-strain graph obtained from a material sample that was stretched and allowed to contract. It is confirmed that the material exhibits permanent deformation, as indicated by the graph. Additionally, the gradient of the graph represents Young's modulus, which quantifies the material's stiffness, rather than Shear modulus. The concept of elastic hysteresis is also relevant in understanding the energy loss during the loading and unloading cycles of the material.

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So, A sample of material was stretched and then allowed to contract. A stress-strain graph was obtained as the above picture. Is it true that the material is permanently deformed based on the graph?

And, the gradient of the graph represents either Young's modulus or Shear modulus right? please correct me if I'm wrong.
 
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