Physics Elasticity Question 100

Question: A rod of length l and area of cross-section A is heated from 0°C to 100°C. The rod is so placed that it is not allowed to increase in length, then the force developed is proportional to

[NCERT 1976]

Options:

A) l

B) $ {{l}^{-1}} $

C) A

D) $ {{A}^{-1}} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

$ F=YA\alpha \Delta \theta \

Therefore F\propto A $