How white can white paint get?

A scientist is holding a vial of who to paint you. Researchers at Purdue University have created a painting that reflects 98% of light. Professor Xiulin Ruan with the boron nitride white paint. Image: Photo: Purdue University/Jared Pike Graphics: Vicky Leta

It's common sense: when it's hot outside, don't wear a dark shirt, wear white instead. A team of researchers from Purdue University have put this common knowledge to good use to find ways to cool buildings, planes and even cars with the whitest paint in the world.

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How white can white paint get?
A scientist is holding a vial of who to paint you. Researchers at Purdue University have created a painting that reflects 98% of light. Professor Xiulin Ruan with the boron nitride white paint. Image: Photo: Purdue University/Jared Pike Graphics: Vicky Leta

It's common sense: when it's hot outside, don't wear a dark shirt, wear white instead. A team of researchers from Purdue University have put this common knowledge to good use to find ways to cool buildings, planes and even cars with the whitest paint in the world.

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