Physics-Thermal Expansion

NEET Physics Thermal Expansion MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

A metallic cube has a side length of 10 cm at 20°C. If the coefficient of linear expansion of the metal is 1.5 x 10^-5 °C^-1, what will be the change in volume of the cube when it is heated to 80°C?

A

5 cm^3

B

0 cm^3

C

5 cm^3

D

6.0 cm^3

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The volume expansion is given by ΔV = 3α_lVΔT. With α_l = 1.5 x 10^-5 °C^-1 and ΔT = 60°C, ΔV = 3 x 1.5 x 10^-5 x (10^3) x 60 = 4.5 cm^3.

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