6.6.3.1 Emission and Absorption of Infrared Radiation Flashcards
1
Q
What do all bodies (objects) no matter what temperature do?
A
- emit and absorb infrared radiation
2
Q
What happens if the body is hotter?
A
- more infrared radiation radiated in a given time
3
Q
What is a perfect black body?
A
- an object that absorbs all of the radiation incident on it
4
Q
What does a black body not do?
A
- reflect or transmit any radiation
5
Q
Why would a perfect black body be the best possible emitter?
A
- it is a good absorber
