Question

a student puts a piece of black paper and a piece of white paper in the same sunny spot. after 30 minutes, she observes that the black paper feels warmer than the white paper. which best explains the students observation? (1 point)

the black paper prevents waves from the sun from reaching the white paper.
the black paper absorbs more waves from the sun than the white paper.
the black paper receives stronger waves from the sun than the white paper.
the black paper reflects more waves from the sun than the white paper.

Explanation:

Dark-colored objects absorb a greater portion of incoming solar radiation (electromagnetic waves) and convert it to thermal energy, while light-colored objects reflect more of this radiation, resulting in less heat gain. The black paper absorbs more solar waves than the white paper, making it warmer.

Answer:

B. The black paper absorbs more waves from the sun than the white paper.