Question

What is the primary function of heliostats in a solar power plant?
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Capture sunlight and heat a synthetic oil or salt
Store energy for later
Use
Convert wind energy into electrical energy
Convert tidal energy into electrical energy

Answer 1

The primary function of heliostats in a solar power plant is to **capture sunlight and heat a synthetic oil or salt**. Heliostats are mirrors that track the sun's movement and reflect sunlight towards a central receiver, where it can be used to heat a fluid, typically either synthetic oil or molten salt, for energy generation.