Correct option is 1Can radiate as well as absorb heat

A Block of Ice

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Can radiate as well as absorb heat

Cannot radiate heat

Is an example for a black body

Is an example for a white body

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Absolute temperature of ice block T = (0+273) = 273K. Rate of radiation from the surface of a block of iceQr=eσAT4where e= emissivity of the surface of ice block.When radiation from surrounding (at temperature T0) is incident on the surface of ice block, rate of absorptionQa=aσAT04where 'a' = absorptivity of the surface so option - (1) is correct.according to Prevost theory of heat exchange any substance above 'O' K emits as well as absorb heat with the surrounding.

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