Physics
WAEC 1993
A solid metal cube of side 10 cm is heated from
10
oC to 60
oC. lf the linear expansivity of the metal is 1.2 x 10
5K
-1, calculate the increase in its volume.
-
A.
0.6cm3
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B.
1.2 cm3
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C.
1.8 cm3
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D.
3.6 cm3
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E.
6.0cm3.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
Δv = 3αvΔθ = 3 x 1.2 x 10-5 x 1000
X(60 – 10) = 1.8cm
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