Understanding Surface Temperature and Color

The teacher takes the class outside to conduct an experiment on how color affects heat absorption. Students measure the surface temperatures of a black Jeep and a white Dodge, noting the differences. The class concludes that darker colors absorb more heat than lighter colors. The session ends with a review of the findings and a return to the classroom.

What was the initial instruction given by the teacher to the class?

• To write on the dry erase boards

• To follow him outside

• To measure the temperature of the Jeep

• To take notes on the temperature

What were the students asked to do with the dry erase boards?

• Calculate the temperature

• Write their names

• Draw a picture

• Prepare to take notes

What was the surface temperature of the black Jeep?

• 153.4

• 122.7

• 149.0

• 152.0

What color was the Jeep that the class measured?

• Blue

• White

• Red

• Black

What did the teacher use to measure the temperature of the vehicles?

• A ruler

• A stopwatch

• A thermometer

• A device for surface temperature

What was the surface temperature of the white Dodge Charger?

• 153.4

• 122.7

• 152.0

• 149.0

What was the contrasting color to black that the class was looking for?

• Green

• Red

• Blue

• White

What was the main conclusion drawn from the experiment?

• Lighter colors absorb more heat

• Darker colors absorb more heat

• All colors absorb the same amount of heat

• Temperature is not affected by color

What material were the vehicles made of in the experiment?

• Plastic

• Wood

• Glass

• Metal

What was the purpose of comparing the temperatures of the two vehicles?

• To see which car is more expensive

• To find out which car is heavier

• To understand the effect of color on heat absorption

• To determine which car is faster