We consider the radiation emitted by the human body. Which one of the following…
Physics · Class 12 · CBSE — Electromagnetic Waves
We consider the radiation emitted by the human body. Which one of the following statements is true?
- The radiation emitted is in the infrared region.
- The radiation is emitted only during the day.
- The radiation is emitted during the summers and absorbed during winters.
- The radiation emitted lies in the ultraviolet region and hence is not visible.
Answer
(A) The radiation emitted is in the infrared region.
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