In which of the following is the expansion of solids a disadvantage?

a

the fitting of wheels in rims

b

fire alarms

c

the thermostat

d

the bimatellic thermometer

e

the balance wheel of a watch

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Mariogaji
1 year ago

The answer is A, period.

bad3
2 years ago

two answers A and E

Emmanuel24458
2 years ago

The expansion of solids can be a disadvantage in options A, C, and D.

A. The fitting of wheels in rims: Expansion of the rim or the wheel due to temperature changes can cause issues with the fitting and alignment.

C. The thermostat: Expansion of the material in the thermostat can affect its accuracy in regulating temperature


Expansion of the balance wheel in a watch can actually be advantageous as it helps regulate the timekeeping accuracy by compensating for changes in temperature. Therefore, option E, the balance wheel of a watch, would not be considered a disadvantage due to expansion of solids.

D. The bimetallic thermometer: Expansion of the two metals in the thermometer can cause inaccuracies in temperature measurement.

So, the correct options are A, C, and D.

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