cube of coefficient of linear expansion αs is floating in a bath containing a liquid of coefficient of volume expansion γ1. When the temperature is raised by ΔT, the depth upto which the cube is submerged in the liquid remains the same. Find the relation between αs and γl , showing all the steps.

cube of coefficient of linear expansion αs is floating in a bath containing a liquid of coefficient of volume expansion γ1. When the temperature is raised by ΔT, the depth upto which the cube is submerged in the liquid remains the same. Find the relation between αs and γl , showing all the steps.

University Physics Volume 2

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Chapter1: Temperature And Heat

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 60P: Show that =3a , by calculating the infinitesimal change in volume dT of a cube with sides of length...

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