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Visible light refelects very well from metallic aluminum.

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Which side of aluminum foil reflects heat better?

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What reflects more heat aluminium foil or white cardboard?

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Is aluminum paper transparent translucent or opaque?

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Why did the ice cube directly under the light melt faster when it had no cover than when it was covered with aluminum foil?

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Why do you see a clearer image of yourself in a mirror then a piece of aluminum foil?

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Is tin foil a good insulator?

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