Thermal Expansion
Chapter Name : Thermal Properties Of Matter |
Sub Topic Code : 101_11_11_05_01 |
Topic Name : Thermal Expansion |
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Sub Topic Name : Thermal Expansion |
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Introduction
The pressure and volume are directly proportional to temperature.
Pre-Requisites:
Principles of thermal expansion.
Activity:
Railway track.
Real Life Question:
What is thermal expansion?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| Thermal Expansion | Thermal expansion generally decreases with increasing bond energy, which also has an effect on the melting point of solids |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Kettle | In higher temperature the water boils faster. |
Real life uses :
The kettle is used to boil water.
Places to visit :
Railway station.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Railway track | There is a gap between two railway track which is kept due to thermal expansion of the track when a train passes. |
What you learn in Theory:
Principles of thermal expansion.
What you learn in Practice:
Principles of thermal expansion.