According to the Stefan-Boltzmann law, which of the following statements expresses the radiative energy emitted by one square metre of an object?

A. It is equal to a constant multiplied by its temperature, raised to the negative third power.
B. It is equal to a constant multiplied by its temperature, raised to the second power.
C. It is equal to a constant multiplied by its temperature, raised to the fourth power.
D. It is equal to a constant multiplied by its temperature, raised to the tenth power.


Answer: C

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