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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Solar thermal collector Solar thermal collector The term 'Solar thermal collector' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as ' A device designed to receive solar radiation and convert it to thermal energy. Normally, a solar thermal collector includes a frame, glazing, and an absorber, together with appropriate insulation. The heat collected by the solar collector may be used immediately or stored for later use. Solar collectors are used for space heating; domestic hot water heating; and heating swimming pools, hot tubs, or spas'. Previous 5 Terms: Solar power tower Solar Radiation Solar Resource Solar Sector Boundary (SSB) Solar spectrum Next 5 Terms: Solar thermal collector, high temperature Solar thermal collector, low-temperature Solar thermal collector, medium-temperature Solar thermal collector, special Solar thermal panels About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.