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Download Solution PDFDuring very cold weather conditions, cricket players prefer to wear white woolen sweaters rather than colored woolen sweaters. The reason is that white wool comparatively:
1. Absorbs less heat from the body
2. Emits less heat to the atmosphere
Which of the above statements is/are correct?Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFConcept:
In the winter season, the body temperature is more than the atmosphere and as a result, radiation energy loss takes place.
Our body emits radiations in the infrared range and white color absorbs the infrared radiations.
Thus, fewer radiations are emitted than are absorbed and as a result, it keeps us warm.
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