Question:

Dimensions of Stefan’s constant is:

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Stefan constant = power per unit area per \(T^4\), so no length term remains.
Updated On: Apr 16, 2026
  • \( [ML^{-1}T^{-3}\theta^{-4}] \)
  • \( [MT^{-3}\theta^{-4}] \)
  • \( [M^2T^{-3}\theta^{-4}] \)
  • \( [M^2T^{-2}\theta^{-4}] \)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Concept: Stefan–Boltzmann law: \[ E = \sigma T^4 \] where \(E\) is energy radiated per unit area per unit time (i.e., power per unit area).

Step 1:
Dimensions of \(E\).
\[ E = \frac{\text{Energy}}{\text{Area} \cdot \text{Time}} = \frac{[ML^2T^{-2}]}{[L^2 \cdot T]} = [MT^{-3}] \]

Step 2:
Dimensions of \(\sigma\).
\[ \sigma = \frac{E}{T^4} = \frac{[MT^{-3}]}{\theta^4} = [MT^{-3}\theta^{-4}] \]
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