Railway Track Gaps: Purpose and Function

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Why do rails have gaps at specific distances?

To allow for expansion and contraction due to temperature changes.

What is the purpose of the gaps in railway tracks?

To prevent buckling and accidents caused by temperature-induced expansion and contraction.

What problem do the gaps in railway tracks solve?

They prevent buckling and accidents resulting from thermal expansion and contraction.

Learn about the purpose of the gaps in railway tracks and the problems they solve by taking this quiz. Discover why railway tracks have gaps at specific distances and how they contribute to the smooth functioning of the rail system.

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