Question

Why is the side of any cooking utensil painted silver

Answer 1

Answer:

By painting the bottom black, the utensil is able to absorb maximum heat. The shiny coating inside makes sure that the heat absorbed is not lost and stays within the utensil by reflection. Hence, by having black bottom and shiny inner surface we can utilise the maximum heat given to the utensil.

Answer 2

Answer:

By painting the bottom black, the utensil is able to absorb maximum heat. The shiny coating inside makes sure that the heat absorbed is not lost and stays within the utensil by reflection. Hence, by having black bottom and shiny inner surface we can utilise the maximum heat given to the utensil.