Question

a student notices that on a sunny day, dark - colored cars in the parking lot feel hotter than light - colored cars. which statement best explains why dark - colored cars typically get hotter than light - colored cars in sunlight? a. dark colors conduct heat more efficiently. b. dark colors create stronger convection currents. c. dark colors absorb more heat energy.

Explanation:

Dark - colored objects absorb more light (and thus more heat energy) compared to light - colored objects which reflect more light. Heat conduction (Option A) depends on the material of the car (like metal, plastic etc.) not the color. Convection currents (Option B) are related to the movement of fluids (like air) due to temperature differences and not directly to the color of the car.

Answer:

C. Dark colors absorb more heat energy.