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2.3.3a Thermal radiation

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Question 82

Two identical metal containers are filled with equal volumes of hot water at the same initial temperature. One container has a shiny silver outer surface, and the other has a matte black outer surface. After some time, the water in the shiny silver container is found to be warmer than the water in the matte black container.

Which statement explains why the water in the shiny silver container cools down more slowly?

A

Shiny silver surfaces are poor emitters of infrared radiation.

B

Shiny silver surfaces are good emitters of infrared radiation.

C

Shiny silver surfaces are poor conductors of heat.

D

Shiny silver surfaces are good absorbers of infrared radiation.

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2.3.3a Thermal radiation Questions

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