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The sides and bottom of the solar collector are usually insulated to Select one: O absorb heat O maximize heat loss O release heat O minimize heat loss

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Chapter4: The Second Law Of Thermodynamics

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Problem 7CQ: Discuss the practical advantages and disadvantages of heat pumps and electric heating.

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O absorb heat
O maximize heat loss
O release heat
O minimize heat loss

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