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Cambridge IGCSE Physics

2.2.1Thermal expansion of solids, liquids and gases

Thermal expansion of solids, liquids and gases in Cambridge IGCSE Physics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 2.2.1.1Describe qualitatively the thermal expansion of solids, liquids and gases at constant pressure.
  2. 2.2.1.2Describe everyday applications and consequences of thermal expansion.
  3. 2.2.1.3Supplement: explain with particles why gases expand more than liquids, and liquids more than solids, for the same temperature rise.

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