Physics-Thermal Expansion

NEET Physics Thermal Expansion Assertion Reason Question

Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11

Assertion (A): A steel rod will experience compressive strain if its ends are fixed rigidly and its temperature increases. | Reason (R): The increase in temperature causes the steel rod to expand, but the fixed ends prevent this expansion.

A

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

B

Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.

C

A is true but R is false.

D

A is false.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, thermal expansion causes a change in dimensions when temperature changes. If the rod's ends are rigidly fixed, expansion is prevented, resulting in compressive strain.

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