Torsion (noun)

The act of twisting or the state of being twisted, especially around a longitudinal axis.

Origin:

From the latin word "torquere", meaning "to twist".

Examples:

1. The torsion caused the metal wire to snap under the stress of being twisted.
2. The torsion in the steel beam created a torque that resisted bending and increased its strength.
3. The torsion in the DNA molecule was critical for the replication and expression of genetic information.
4. The torsion in the Earth's crust was responsible for the formation of mountains and geological faults.
5. The torsion in the rubber band stored energy that was released when it was untwisted, propelling the toy car.