If αc and αk denote the numerical values of coefficient of linear expansions of the solid , expressed per 0C and per Kelvin respectively, then
A
αc>αk
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B
αc<αk
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C
αc=αk
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D
αc=2αk
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Solution
The correct option is Cαc=αk Linear expansion coefficient depends only on change in temperature and not absolute value of temperature. Since a difference of 1 K is same as a difference of 1 degree celcius, αc=αk