Physics · May / June 2025 · Paper 11 · Question 13
5054Thermal expansion of solids, liquids and gases
The strength of the forces between the particles of a solid determines how much the solid expands when heated. Which statement about these forces is correct?
- AThe forces are strong so solids expand less than liquids and gases.
- BThe forces are strong so solids expand more than liquids and gases.
- CThe forces are weak so solids expand less than liquids and gases.
- DThe forces are weak so solids expand more than liquids and gases.
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Correct answer: A. The forces are strong so solids expand less than liquids and gases.
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