What objects best absorb solar radiation and why please?

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What objects best absorb solar radiation and why please?

2007-11-23 18:01:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

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Hi. Thermal radiation is best absorbed by black objects. Black does not reflect. Polar bears are an exception. Their fur appears white but directs sunlight down to black (absorbing) roots. Pretty neat adaptation.

2007-11-23 18:05:51 · answer #1 · answered by Cirric 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Objects whose surface configuration cause the absorption of all light.

2007-11-24 04:20:44 · answer #2 · answered by johnandeileen2000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋