Why do black clothes often feel hotter in strong sunlight than white clothes?

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A It absorbs the heat
B it reflects the heat
C It is a poor conductor of heat
D None of the above

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Answer: A. It absorbs the heat

Black clothes feel hotter in strong sunlight because they absorb more sunlight and convert it into heat. White clothes reflect more sunlight, so they usually feel cooler.

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