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If the temperature of the black body becomes double, the intensity of radiation from it will become

Correct answer: B. Four times

  • A. Double
  • B. Four times
  • C. Six times
  • D. Sixteen times

Explanation

According to Stefan-Boltzmann law, the intensity of radiation from a black body is directly proportional to the fourth power of its absolute temperature (in Kelvin). Therefore, if the temperature doubles, the intensity of radiation will increase by a factor of \(2^4 = 16\).

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