Physics
Explain the following:
Iron rims are heated before they are fixed on the wooden wheels.
Heat Energy
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Answer
The iron rims are made slightly smaller in diameter than the wooden wheel. On heating, the rims expand and can easily slip over the wooden wheel. On cooling, it contracts and make a tight fit over the wooden wheel.
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