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4A30.3 Bimetallic Strip

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A flat strip made of two different metals will curl when heated due to the different coefficients of expansion.

Parts List

Bimetallic Strip in D. Thermo, 1B

Torch in D. Thermo, 1A

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Bimetallic Strip

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