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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

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