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Applications of Spherical Mirrors

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In solar cookers, spherical mirrors are used as reflectors.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
A mirror is a highly polished and smooth surface. And is used as reflectors in solar cookers.
Mirrors converge light rays coming from infinity to a point so that more heat is produced at the point sufficient to cook the food
Thus, the given statement is true.

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