Solar Oven Vocabulary

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What is solar energy?

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Energy from the sun.

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How does a solar oven work?

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A solar oven uses sunlight to heat and cook food.

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What is the main difference between a solar oven and an electric oven?

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A solar oven uses the sun to heat it, while an electric oven requires electricity.

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Can solar ovens heat water?

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Yes, solar ovens can heat water.

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Which color absorbs the most heat?

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Black absorbs the most heat.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that traps heat.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows heat to pass through easily.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The trapping of the sun's warmth in the planet's lower atmosphere.

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What materials are commonly used in solar ovens?

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Glass, metal, and insulation materials.

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What is the purpose of a reflector in a solar oven?

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To direct sunlight into the cooking area.