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Mini Solar Oven
Build a solar-heating device and investigate how surface colour and insulation affect warming.
8–1545–90 minFree to usePrintable page
You will need
Small box, foil, black paper, transparent sheet, tape, thermometer if available
Investigation
What to do
1
Line the box with dark material.
2
Create a reflective foil flap.
3
Cover the opening with a transparent sheet.
4
Place the model in sunlight and record temperature over time.
5
Change one design feature and compare.
Science thinking
What this develops
Radiation, absorption, insulation, renewable energy and data collection.
Safety first
Use age-appropriate supervision and safe materials. Stop any activity that is unsuitable for the learner or environment. These resources are educational activities, not professional laboratory, medical or safety instructions.
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