Thermal expansion occurs because of a change in temperature to the material. It affects the shape, area, volume and even the density of the material. Thermostats which is present in millions of cars are operated by using the expansion of metal. It is also used in the heat switch on many types of machinery and home appliances. Because of thermal expansion and cold flow of aluminum, standard copper conductor cannot be safely used on aluminum wire.
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