Question

Match the components of the solar cooker to their corresponding functions.

• A. Greenhouse effect
• B. Radiates more heat
• C. Focuses heat

Answer 1

Solar cookers use the heat from the Sun for cooking food. The functions of different components of the solar cooker are as follows:

1. Glass sheet covering :- Covers from the top and creates greenhouse effect inside the cooker.
2. Black paint covering :- The surface of the solar cooker is painted black as black absorbs as well as radiates maximum solar energy.
3. Plane mirror :- Plane mirrors are provided in the solar cookers for focusing more sunrays on the food container.