Answer
(c) the distances between atoms change .
Work Step by Step
The increase in distance between atoms is the reason for thermal expansion.
College Physics (7th Edition)
by Wilson, Jerry D.; Buffa, Anthony J.; Lou, Bo
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0-32160-183-1
ISBN 13:
978-0-32160-183-4
Chapter 10 - Temperature and Kinetic Theory - Learning Path Questions and Exercises - Multiple Choice Questions - Page 380: 7
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