Physics (5th Edition)
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Author: James S. Walker
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Chapter 16, Problem 16PCE
Figure 16-25 shows five metal plates, all at the same temperature and all made from the same material. They are all placed in an oven and heated by the same amount. Rank the plates in order of increasing expansion in (a) the vertical and (b) the horizontal direction. Indicate ties where appropriate
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