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If the temperature of a hot body is increased by 50%, the amount of radiation emitted by it increases by approximately:

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Even a small increase in temperature leads to a massive increase in radiated energy due to the $T^{4}$ dependence.
Updated On: Apr 8, 2026
  • 50%
  • 125%
  • 225%
  • 400%
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Concept
According to Stefan-Boltzmann Law, $E \propto T^{4}$.
Step 2: Analysis

New temperature $T' = 1.5T$. New radiation $E' \propto (1.5T)^{4} = 5.0625 T^{4} \approx 5E$. Increase $= E' - E = 4E$.
Step 3: Conclusion

The percentage increase is approximately 400%.
Final Answer: (D)
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