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  • Sun Trackers: Types, How They Work, and Applications
    The device that tracks the movement of the sun is called a sun tracker.

    There are different types of sun trackers, but they all work on the same principle:

    * Passive Sun Trackers: These trackers use the sun's heat to move a panel or mirror to follow the sun. This is often seen in solar panels.

    * Active Sun Trackers: These trackers use sensors to detect the sun's position and then move the panel or mirror accordingly. This type of tracker is often more accurate and can be used in a wider range of applications.

    Some common examples of sun trackers include:

    * Solar panels used for generating electricity.

    * Solar concentrators used for heating water or generating electricity.

    * Telescopes used for observing the sun.

    Note: A sundial is not a sun tracker. While it uses the sun's position to tell time, it doesn't actively move to track the sun.

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