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The ratio of the energy absorbed by the body to total energy falling on it is called

A. Absorptive power

B. Emissive power

C. Absorptivity

D. Emissivity

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Absorptive power is a measure of heat absorbed by an object. When heat is incident on the surface an object, a part of it is absorbed and the remaining part is reflected. Usually the absorbed radiation is converted to thermal energy, increasing the object's temperature.

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  1. Raj Aryan
    Raj Aryan:
    5 years ago

    Difference between absorptive power and absorptivity

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