A hot body will radiate heat most rapidly, if its surface is___________________?

Correct answer: B. Black & rough

  • A. White & rough
  • B. Black & rough
  • C. White & polished
  • D. Black & polished

Explanation

Radiation is greatest from a surface with high emissivity, and black, rough surfaces have much higher emissivity than white or polished surfaces. Polished surfaces are generally good reflectors and poor emitters.

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