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Assume that the total surface area of a human body is `1.6m^(2)` and that it radiates like an ideal radiator. Calculate the amount of energy radiates per second by the body if the body temperature is `37^(@)C` . Stefan constant `sigma` is `6.0xx10^(-8)Wm^(-2)K^(-4)` .

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To solve the problem of calculating the amount of energy radiated per second by a human body, we will use the Stefan-Boltzmann law. Here are the steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Given Values:** - Surface area of the body, \( A = 1.6 \, m^2 \) - Body temperature, \( T = 37^\circ C \) - Stefan-Boltzmann constant, \( \sigma = 6.0 \times 10^{-8} \, W/m^2 \cdot K^4 \) ...
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