If you constantly strike an iron bar with a hammer, the temperature of the bar .
A
decreases
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
does not change
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
increases
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
is not measurable
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is C increases
While hammering, the kinetic energy of the hammer converts into heat energy, sound energy, etc. The molecules of the bar start to vibrate due to striking. This causes the temperature of the bar to rise.