A rubber band changes its shape on stretching, then why is it called a solid?

Yes, rubber band can be regarded as solid. A rubber band undergoes a change in shape on stretching i.e. on applying pressure. When the pressure is released, it regains its original shape. Such solids are known as elastics.

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it has the property of elasticity, and it changes back to the original shape when the stress is relieved.in fact every solid has some elasticity and elastic limit, if the solid is stretched beyond the elastic limit then there will be permanent deformation.

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