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


Answer: C

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