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When a metal such as copper is heated it expands. Explain

what happens to the metal particles as the solid metal expands.​

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Step-by-step explanation:

When a metal is heated the kinetic energy in the particles increases and hence the force of attraction decreases amongst the particles - as electrons try to escape due to kinetic energy. This causes the metal to expand.

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