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A black body radiates maximum energy at wavelength '\(λ\)' at temperature \(T_1\) and its emissive power is E. When the temperature of the body is changed to \(T_2\), it radiates maximum energy at wavelength \(\frac{2λ}{3}\), then the emissive power will become

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Wien's law: lambda_m times T is constant. Stefan's law: E is proportional to T^4.
Updated On: Oct 1, 2026
  • \(\frac{99}{16}\,E\)
  • \(\frac{81}{16}\,E\)
  • \(\frac{63}{16}\,E\)
  • \(\frac{45}{16}\,E\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Find the temperature ratio:
A peak at shorter wavelength means a hotter body. If $\lambda_m \to \frac23\lambda_m$, then $T \to \frac32T$.

Step 2: Apply Stefan's law:
$E\propto T^4$, so $E' = E\times\left(\frac32\right)^4 = E\times\frac{3^4}{2^4}$.
$3^4 = 81$ and $2^4 = 16$.

Step 3: Result:
$E' = \frac{81}{16}E$, option (B). A common mistake is to use $T^2$, which gives $\frac94E = \frac{36}{16}E$, a value not in the list.

Final Answer:
Option (B). \[ \boxed{\frac{81}{16}E \text{ (B)}} \]
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