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The wire of a platinum resistance thermometer has d resistance of 3.5\(\Omega\) at 0 °C and...

Physics
WAEC 2019

The wire of a platinum resistance thermometer has d resistance of 3.5\(\Omega\) at 0 °C and 10.52\(\Omega\) at 100°C. Calculate the temperature of the wire when its resistance is 7.5\(\Omega\).

  • A. 78 °C
  • B. 25 \(^o\)C
  • C. 30\(^o\)C
  • D. 57 \(^o\)C
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation

Using the formula 

t = \(\frac{R - R_0}{R_{(100)} - R_0} \times 100^oC\)

t = \(\frac{7.5 - 3.5}{10.5 - 2..5} \times 100^oC\)

= \(\frac{4}{7} \times 100\)

= 57.14\(^o\)C 

~ 57\(^o\)C

 


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