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When a bimetallic strip is heated, it...

When a bimetallic strip is heated, it

A

does not bend at all.

B

gets twisted in the form of an helix

C

bends in the form of an are with the more expandable metal outside.

D

bends in the form of an arc with the more expandable metal inside

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