Question

Question
When comparing material for absorption of solar radiation, which of these characteristics describes a material that is the best absorber of solar radiation?(1 point)
Responses

white and smooth
white and smooth

black and rough
black and rough

white and rough
white and rough

black and smooth

Answer 1

black and rough

Dark (black) surfaces absorb more incoming radiation than light (white) ones; rough or matte surfaces reduce reflection and trap/scatter light, increasing absorption.