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Why is only black colour used in solar cookers?
Why is only black colour used in solar cookers?
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In solar cookers, only black colour is used because it is a perfect absorber of heat energy. It helps absorb sunlight and does not allow the heat to escape. This is why solar cookers are painted by using only the black colour so that they can absorb the maximum amount of heat.