Question

Different colors absorb and reflect different amounts of sunlight. Which color would make the most sense to use to paint a house to keep it cool in Florida?

A red
B pale yellow
C dark blue
D black

Answer 1

The color that would make the most sense to use to paint a house to keep it cool in Florida is C) dark blue. Dark blue is known to absorb less sunlight and reflect more of it compared to other colors. This means that less heat would be transferred into the house, helping to keep it cool.