Question.
What kind of mirror - concave, convex or plane - would be best suited for use in a solar cooker ? Why?
What kind of mirror - concave, convex or plane - would be best suited for use in a solar cooker ? Why?
solution:
A concave mirror is best suited for use in a solar cooker. This is because a concave mirror concentrates solar energy from over a large area into a small area (at its focus). As a result, high temperatures can be achieved. Such a mirror is called solar concentrator.
A concave mirror is best suited for use in a solar cooker. This is because a concave mirror concentrates solar energy from over a large area into a small area (at its focus). As a result, high temperatures can be achieved. Such a mirror is called solar concentrator.