Relier Pairs Flexure in beams and columns concepts.Version en ligne Match the concepts with their correct meaning: par ANDRES FELIPE CORREA DIAZ 1 Column Deformation. 2 Stability. 3 Compression. 4 Buckling. 5 Strength. The ability of a column to support loads without failing. The sudden lateral deformation or collapse of a column under compression. The state of being in a balanced and secure position. The tendency of a column to bend or deflect under load. The application of force that tends to reduce the size or volume of a material.