Mention any two differences between the two common designs of solar cooker.
(N/A)
| Box type solar cooker | Reflector type solar cooker |
|---|---|
| $1.$ It does not concentrate solar energy at one point as a plane reflector is used. | $1.$ It concentrates energy at one point as a concave reflector is used. |
| $2.$ It can attain temperatures in the range of $100^{\circ}C$ to $140^{\circ}C$. | $2.$ It can attain temperatures in the range of $500^{\circ}C$ to $550^{\circ}C$. |
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