Physics PYQ 8 of 144 · Units

'Pyrheliometer' is used for measuring?

  1. ASun spots
  2. BSolar radiation
  3. CAir temperature
  4. DTemperature of plants

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Correct answer: (b) Solar radiation

Explanation

A pyrheliometer measures direct solar radiation (irradiance) coming straight from the sun, in watts per square metre (W/m²).

Air temperature is measured by a thermometer, so the other options are incorrect.

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