Why steel get hotter than wood when kept in the sun?

Steel heats up more than wood when exposed to sunlight due to its higher thermal conductivity and density. Steel efficiently absorbs and retains heat, allowing it to reach higher temperatures quickly. In contrast, wood has lower thermal conductivity, which means it does not absorb heat as rapidly or retain it as effectively as steel. Additionally, the color and surface texture of the materials can also affect their absorption of solar radiation.