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Define coefficient of linear expansion. Give its unit.

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The coefficient of linear expansion of the material of a solid rod is defined as the increase in length per unit original length per degree rise in its temperature. The unit of `alpha_(L) " is "^(@)C^(-1) (or) K^(-1)`
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