Calculating Linear Expansion with Specific Heat Capacity and Mass Density?

In summary, linear expansion is a physical phenomenon where an object's length changes due to changes in temperature. It is measured using a coefficient of thermal expansion and is affected by the material, temperature change, and length of the object. Linear expansion is used in various applications, such as in the design of structures and temperature measurement. It differs from other types of expansion as it only affects the length of an object and occurs in solids.
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Homework Statement
A 1.0m long rod of metal has a diameter of 0.75cm. This metal has
a coefficient of linear expansion α = 4.8 × 10−5 1/K, a density of 9.7 ×10^3 kg/m^3, and heat capacity of 390 J/K.
How much energy needs to be added as heat to increase the length of the rod by 7.5 × 10−3m?
Relevant Equations
change in Length= (Initial Length)(Coefficient of linear expansion)(change in temperature)
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Above is my attempt at a solution, however, this did not yield the correct answer. Any help is greatly appreciated!
 
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I wonder if the heat capacity of 390 J/K is really meant to be a specific heat capacity of 390 J/(kg K). Then, you can make use of the mass density given in the problem.
 
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What is linear expansion?

Linear expansion is the tendency of a material to expand in length when heated and contract when cooled.

What causes linear expansion?

Linear expansion is caused by the increase in kinetic energy of the particles within a material when heated, which causes them to vibrate and take up more space.

How is linear expansion measured?

Linear expansion is typically measured using a coefficient of linear expansion, which is the change in length of a material per unit length per degree of temperature change.

What are the effects of linear expansion?

The effects of linear expansion can include changes in the dimensions of objects, distortion or warping of structures, and changes in the accuracy of measurements.

What are some practical applications of linear expansion?

Linear expansion is used in a variety of applications, such as in the construction of bridges and buildings, the design of thermometers and other temperature-sensitive devices, and in the production of precision instruments.

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