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Question
Why are concave mirrors used in solar devices?
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Solution
A concave mirror is also known as a converging mirror because of its ability to focus parallel rays of light at a single point on its focal plane. This property is used in solar devices. Parallel rays from the Sun, when reflected by the concave mirror, are focused at a particular point, generating a significant amount of heat. This heat is essential for the proper functioning of solar devices, such as solar cookers or solar furnaces.
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