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The outer surface of a long cylinder is maintained at constant temperature. The cylinder does not have any heat source. The temperatures in the cylinder will _________

A) Increase linearly with radius B) Decrease linearly with radius
C) Be independent of radius D) Vary logarithmically with radius
 

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Category: Mechanical Engineering MCQs
Sub Category: Thermal Engineering Mcqs

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