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Physics Question on Wave optics

The spectral energy density uT(λ) vs wavelength (λ) curve of a black body shows a peak at λ = λmax. If the temperature of the black body is doubled, then

A

the maximum of uT(λ) shifts to λmax/2

B

the maximum of uT(λ) shifts to 2λmax

C

the area under the curve becomes 16 times the original area

D

the area under the curve becomes 8 times the original area

Answer

the maximum of uT(λ) shifts to λmax/2

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (A) : the maximum of uT(λ) shifts to λmax/2 and (B) : the maximum of uT(λ) shifts to 2λmax.