Question

Taking the example of a car parked in the sun for a few hours, which of the following action takes place?

(a) Sunlight once entered the car through windows is partially converted into heat

(b) Sunlight once entered the car through windows is partially converted into electricity

(c) Sunlight once entered the car through windows is completely absorbed by the car

(d) Sunlight once entered the car through windows is partially converted into wind energy

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My doubt stems from Greenhouse Effects in portion Social Issues and the Environment of Energy Management

Answer 1

Correct option is (a) Sunlight once entered the car through windows is partially converted into heat

Explanation: The windows of the car allow the sunlight to enter into the car. This light is then partially converted into heat. However, these same windows do not allow the heat inside the car to pass through as easily as light.