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What is the purpose of a parabolic mirror in some solar water heating systems?
What is the purpose of a parabolic mirror in some solar water heating systems?
To concentrate sunlight on the tube
How does the 'drain-back' concept work in solar water heating systems?
How does the 'drain-back' concept work in solar water heating systems?
All the piping is sloped to cause water to drain back to the tank
What are the two types of solar collectors mentioned in the text for collecting heat for domestic hot water?
What are the two types of solar collectors mentioned in the text for collecting heat for domestic hot water?
Flat plate and evacuated tube
In what way do evacuated tube solar collectors perform better than flat plate collectors in cold climates?
In what way do evacuated tube solar collectors perform better than flat plate collectors in cold climates?
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When are flat-plate collectors generally a more cost-effective solution than evacuated tubes?
When are flat-plate collectors generally a more cost-effective solution than evacuated tubes?
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What is the purpose of solar water heating?
What is the purpose of solar water heating?
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How does natural convection aid in the flow of hot water in solar water heating systems?
How does natural convection aid in the flow of hot water in solar water heating systems?
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What causes the buoyancy force in solar water heating systems?
What causes the buoyancy force in solar water heating systems?
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Where is the collector for solar water heating typically installed?
Where is the collector for solar water heating typically installed?
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What is the working fluid in solar water heating systems?
What is the working fluid in solar water heating systems?
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