Bimetalic Strip

Bi metal strip and heat source
PIRA: 
4A30.10
Area: 
4 Thermodynamics
Topic: 
4A Thermal Properties of Matter
Concept: 
Solid Expansion

 

A bimetal strip of brass and steel is heated in a flame. One side expands more than the other.

 

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