NEET2013Physics-Thermal Properties of Matter

NEET 2013 Physics Conduction MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Two metal rods 1 and 2 of same lengths have same temperature difference between their ends. Their thermal conductivities are K₁ and K₂, and cross sectional areas A₁ and A₂, respectively. If the rate of the heat conduction in 1 is four times that in 2, then:

A

K₁A₁ = 4K₂A₂

B

K₁A₁ = 2K₂A₂

C

4K₁A₁ = K₂A₂

D

K₁A₁ = K₂A₂

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The rate of heat conduction is given by Q/t = KA(ΔT)/L. Since the lengths and temperature differences are the same, the ratio of conductivities and areas must satisfy K₁A₁ = 4K₂A₂.

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