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Standard XII
Physics
Heat Engines
Name two comp...
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Name two components of a solar cooker that are used to increase its heating efficiency. Also explain how they do so?
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Any two components of solar cooker area that increase its heating efficiency are
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Black paint that is use to absorb head and
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Glass sheet that is used to trap the solar heat inside the cooker
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