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Why is a hollow pipe stronger than a solid pipe?

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Strength to weight ratio is better for a hollow pipe than a solid rod." This means a hollow cylinder is stronger than a rod of equal mass and the same material. A hollow cylinder with a bigger inside diameter is better.
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