alleryStart learning →Which surface absorbs the most radiant heat?
AShiny silver
BDull black
CPlain white
DLight yellow
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Dull black
Dark, dull surfaces absorb most of the radiation that falls on them, while shiny and light ones reflect it.
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