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Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes Formula

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Thermal Expansion Coefficient is a material property that is indicative of the extent to which a material expands upon heating. Check FAQs

α = \frac{∆}{L 0 \cdot ∆T}

α - Thermal Expansion Coefficient?∆ - Elongation?L₀ - Original Length?∆T - Change in Temperature?

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1.5E-6 = \frac{0.375}{5000 \cdot 50}

1.5E-6K⁻¹ = \frac{0.375mm}{5000mm \cdot 50K}

1.5E-6 = \frac{0.375}{5000 \cdot 50}

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FIRST Step Consider the formula

α = \frac{∆}{L 0 \cdot ∆T}

Next Step Substitute values of Variables

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α = \frac{0.375mm}{5000mm \cdot 50K}

Next Step Convert Units

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α = \frac{0.0004m}{5m \cdot 50K}

Next Step Prepare to Evaluate

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α = \frac{0.0004}{5 \cdot 50}

Next Step Evaluate

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α = 1.5E-06K⁻¹

LAST Step Rounding Answer

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α = 1.5E-6K⁻¹

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes Formula Elements

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Thermal Expansion Coefficient

Thermal Expansion Coefficient is a material property that is indicative of the extent to which a material expands upon heating.

Symbol: α

Measurement: Thermal ExpansionUnit: K⁻¹

Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Formulas to find Thermal Expansion Coefficient

Elongation

The Elongation refers to the change in length due to subjected load.

Symbol: ∆

Measurement: LengthUnit: mm

Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Formulas to find Elongation

Original Length

The Original Length refers to the material refers to its initial size or dimension before any external forces are applied.

Symbol: L₀

Measurement: LengthUnit: mm

Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Formulas to find Original Length

Change in Temperature

The Change in Temperature refers to the difference between the initial and final temperature.

Symbol: ∆T

Measurement: Temperature DifferenceUnit: K

Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Formulas to find Change in Temperature

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How to Evaluate Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes?

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes evaluator uses Thermal Expansion Coefficient = Elongation/(Original Length*Change in Temperature) to evaluate the Thermal Expansion Coefficient, The Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes is defined as the tendency of matter to change its shape, area, volume, and density in response to a change in temperature. Thermal Expansion Coefficient is denoted by α symbol.

How to evaluate Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes, enter Elongation (∆), Original Length (L₀) & Change in Temperature (∆T) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes

What is the formula to find Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes?

The formula of Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes is expressed as Thermal Expansion Coefficient = Elongation/(Original Length*Change in Temperature). Here is an example- 1.5E-6 = 0.000375/(5*50).

How to calculate Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes?

With Elongation (∆), Original Length (L₀) & Change in Temperature (∆T) we can find Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes using the formula - Thermal Expansion Coefficient = Elongation/(Original Length*Change in Temperature).

Can the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes be negative?

Yes, the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes, measured in Thermal Expansion can be negative.

Which unit is used to measure Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes?

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes is usually measured using the 1 Per Kelvin[K⁻¹] for Thermal Expansion. 1 Per Rankine[K⁻¹], 1 Per Celsius[K⁻¹], 1 Per Fahrenheit[K⁻¹] are the few other units in which Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes can be measured.

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Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes Formula

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How to Evaluate Coefficient of Thermal Expansion given Elongation in Pipes?

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