"air conditioning" vs "air cooling"

[Almera]

Business English Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Spin Doctors", question 9

It is essential to have air ......... in your car when you drive in a hot climate.

(a) control
(b) blowing
(c) conditioning
(d) cooling

Business English Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Spin Doctors", answer 9

It is essential to have air conditioning in your car when you drive in a hot climate.

Correct answer: (c) conditioning
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I'd like to know why cooling can't be used?

Almera

[Mister Micawber]

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Because 'air conditioning' is the correct name of that accessory. 'Air cooling' would refer to the method of cooling the engine, and it is not very effective in hot climates.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's