What is a rigid body?

  • A
    $A$ body that changes its shape under force.
  • B
    $A$ body with a definite and fixed shape and size,where the distance between any two particles remains constant regardless of the external force applied.
  • C
    $A$ body that only exists in a vacuum.
  • D
    $A$ body that has no mass.

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