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KCET · Physics · Thermal Properties of Matter

Four rods with different radii \( r \) and length \( l \) are used to connect two heat reservoirs at different
temperature. Which one will conduct most heat?

  1. A \( r=1 \mathrm{~cm}, l=1 \mathrm{~m} \)
  2. B \( r=1 \mathrm{~cm}, l=\frac{1}{2} m \)
  3. C \( r=2 \mathrm{~cm}, l=2 \mathrm{~m} \)
  4. D \( r=2 \mathrm{~cm}, l=\frac{1}{2} m \)
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Correct Answer

(D) \( r=2 \mathrm{~cm}, l=\frac{1}{2} m \)

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Detailed explanation

The amount of heat conducted depends on radii r andlength I as
\( Q \propto \frac{r^{2}}{l} \)
Thus, rod will conduct maximum for maximum r value and minimum I value,
Therefore, \( r=2 \mathrm{~cm} \) and \( l=\frac{1}{2} m \)