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6.3.1 Emission and absorption of infrared radiation

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When an object emits infrared, what happens to energy?

A

The hotter a body is, the more infrared radiation it emits in a given time.

B

Temperature affects the rate of emission.

C

Energy is given out as infrared radiation.

D

No - non-glowing objects also emit infrared.

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6.3.1 Emission and absorption of infrared radiation Flashcards

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