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Figure 4 shows a bimetallic strip.

Explain how a rise in temperature causes the pointer to move in the direction shown.

Answer Text:
- The outer metal expands more than the inner metal, an increase in temperature cause the bimetallic to curve inwards (clockwise direction) forcing the pointer to move in that direction.