NEET2017Physics-Thermal Conductivity

NEET 2017 Physics Heat Transfer MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Two rods A and B of different materials are welded together as shown in figure. Their thermal conductivities are K₁ and K₂. The thermal conductivity of the composite rod will be

Question diagram
A

(K₁ + K₂) / 2

B

2 / (3(K₁ + K₂))

C

K₁ + K₂

D

2(K₁ + K₂)

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The effective thermal conductivity of two rods in series is the average of their individual conductivities.

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