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Probably so science teachers can ask the question - the answer to which is that shiny surfaces are poor emitters of infra red radiation, thus minimising heat loss from the kettle and improving the rate of heat at which it heats the water for your cup of tea ( in the UK) or coffee (U.S)
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoThe sides are polished to reduce heat loss due to radiation. Polished and shiny surfaces are poor emitters of radiation.
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∙ 13y agokettles are made shiny because shiny surfaces reduce heat by radiation
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∙ 9y agoKettles are shiny as a result of the materials that are used to make then. Steel, aluminum and iron are the common metals used to make kettles and they both have a shiny appearance.
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∙ 11y agoThe answer to this question is that it keeps the fire hot. I think think this is because the metal reflects the heat back to the front of the fire.
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∙ 9y agoLoreal- Cuz they're worth it! ;)
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Why is shiny metal fixed to the back of an electric bar fire?
It is shiny because it will keep the fire hot.
Why does an electric toaster has a shiny surface between the heating elements and the outer case?
Because shiny surfaces are poor emitters of radiation and therefore, no heat will be lost to the surroundings, just reflected off the shiny surface back to the toast.
What energy does an electric heater fire converts to?
An electric fire converts electrical energy into electromagnetic energy. In the form of heat and light.
What is an electric component that transforms electric energy into heat and light?
That is a light bulb, or any filament such as the one in a radiant electric fire.
What energy transfers in an electric fire?
heat energy
Why is shiny metal fixed to the back of an electric bar fire?
It is shiny because it will keep the fire hot.
Why does an electric toaster has a shiny surface between the heating elements and the outer case?
Because shiny surfaces are poor emitters of radiation and therefore, no heat will be lost to the surroundings, just reflected off the shiny surface back to the toast.
What is the shiny stone used for in pokemon soul silver?
It depends on which shiny stone you mean! unless there is a stone called the shiny stone that i do not know about. If you mean the everstone, it stops pokemon from evolving.If you mean the old amber, i dont know. if you mean the electric/fire/water/plant/moon stone, it makes pokemon evolve. If you mean the magnet, it enhances electric moves. The same with the charcoal and mystic water.
How can use Pokemon shiny gold cheats?
fire red cheats do not work on Pokemon shiny gold
Shiny Egg for Pokemon Diamond Action Replay?
first you need a shiny pokemon.take it to the day care lady come back in about a day .her husband will give you the egg .make sure you are carrying a fire-type pokemon.walk at least a 50000 steps . it will hatch into a shiny pokemon! isn't that great?
Why do some torches a have a shiny back?
Some lights and torches have a shiny back in order to reflect the light better.
Why do beetles have shiny backs?
Beetles have shiny back because of a chemical in their body.
Why the sun is shiny?
The sun isn't shiny it is a large ball heat and fire, it is so hot that it appears yellow or white.
What is shiny element good conductor of thermal energy and electric currents?
a metal
What fire extinguisher for electric fire?
A Class C fire extinguisher.
What beats electric Pokemon?
Fire type Pokemon or fire type moves beat electric Pokemon.
Where can one purchase electric fire places online?
Electric fire places can be purchased online from a retailer such as Amazon or eBay, Overstock, Tesco, Electric Fire Places Direct and Design The Space.
