STANDARDPhysics-Thermal Properties of Matter

STANDARD Physics Thermal Conductivity MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Consider a composite slab consisting of two different materials having equal thickness and thermal conductivities K and 2K respectively. The equivalent thermal conductivity of the slab is

A

2/3 K

B

√2K

C

3 K

D

4/3 K

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

For materials in parallel, the equivalent thermal conductivity is the weighted average based on their conductivities and thicknesses. Here, it simplifies to 2/3 K.

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