A metal rod is 54.635 cm long at 25.2 °C and 55.406 cm long at 55.1 °C. Calculate the coefficient of linear expansion [in x 10-5 (°C)-¹] of the rod's material for this temperature range.

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A metal rod is 54.635 cm long at 25.2 °C and 55.406 cm long at 55.1 °C.
Calculate the coefficient of linear expansion [in x 10-5 (°C)-¹] of the rod's material for this temperature range.
Transcribed Image Text:A metal rod is 54.635 cm long at 25.2 °C and 55.406 cm long at 55.1 °C. Calculate the coefficient of linear expansion [in x 10-5 (°C)-¹] of the rod's material for this temperature range.
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