STANDARD Physics Expansion of Solids MCQ Question
Two sphere A and B are made of the same material and have the same radius. Sphere A is hollow and sphere B is solid. Both the sphere are heated to the same temperature. Which of the following is correct?
A expands more than B.
A expands less than B.
Both the spheres expand equally.
Data is insufficient.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
A cavity in a material expands in exactly the same way as if the cavity were filled with material. Thus, both spheres will expand by the same amount.
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