What Is the Maximum Radiation Pressure Exerted by Sunlight in Space

question 24

Multiple Choice

What is the maximum radiation pressure exerted by sunlight in space (S = 1350 W/m²) on a highly polished silver surface?

• A)1.4 × 10−2 Pa
• B)0.12 Pa
• C)9.0 × 10−6 Pa
• D)4.5 × 10−5 Pa
• E)2.3 × 10−6 Pa

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