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A parallel beam of monochromatic light of wavelength 500 nm is incident normally on a perfectly absorbing surface. The power through any cross-section of the beam is 10 W. What is the force exerted by it?

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6.67×108N
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3.33×108N
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2×108N
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5×108N
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Solution

The correct option is B 3.33×108N
For perfectly absorbing surface,
Pressure P=IntensitySpeed of light=Ic

since, force F=P×A=I×Ac ; we know I=PA

=Powerc=103×108=3.33×108 N


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