Solar Furnace (Noun)
Meaning
A concave mirror that concentrates the rays of the sun; can produce high temperatures.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The solar furnace in the lab was used to test the heat resistance of various materials.
- A solar furnace can reach temperatures of up to 6,000 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The researchers built a solar furnace to study the effects of intense heat on different substances.
- The solar furnace was designed to concentrate the sun's rays onto a small area, creating a hot spot.
- The company developed a portable solar furnace that could be used for various industrial applications.