The Coefficient of Linear Expansion for Most Materials

question 10

Multiple Choice

The coefficient of linear expansion for most materials

• A)is much less than 1 K^-1.
• B)is much greater than 1 K^-1.
• C)is approximately 1 K^-1.
• D)can be less than,greater than,or about equal to 1 K^-1.
• E)is described by none of these.

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