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In places of hot climate it is advised that the outer walls of houses be painted white. Explain

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Heat Absorption and Reflection:** - Different colors absorb and reflect heat differently. Dark colors absorb more heat, while light colors reflect it. 2. **Properties of White Color:** - White is a light color that reflects most of the sunlight and heat that falls on it. This means that when the outer walls of a house are painted white, they will not absorb much heat. ...
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