14Thermal Conduction Convection RadiationEasy1 markOn a cold day, a shiny metal rod feels colder to the touch than a black plastic rod. Which statement explains this observation?AThe metal rod is a better absorber of infrared radiation than the plastic rod.BThe metal rod is a better thermal conductor than the plastic rod.CThe metal rod is a worse absorber of infrared radiation than the plastic rod.DThe metal rod is a worse thermal conductor than the plastic rod.Grade answerGrading criteria