Whether you can use the same cooking pots on both gas and induction stovetops depends on the material of the cookware. Induction stovetops and gas stovetops work differently, and the cookware needs to be compatible with each type of stove. Here's what you need to know:
Induction Stovetops: Induction stoves use electromagnetic fields to directly heat the cookware, and the heat is generated inside the pot or pan itself. To work on an induction stove, the cookware must be made of a magnetic material, such as cast iron or stainless steel with a magnetic base. Copper, glass, aluminum, and non-magnetic stainless steel cookware will not work on an induction stovetop unless they have a layer of magnetic material on the bottom.
Gas Stovetops: Gas stoves use an open flame to heat the cookware. They are generally compatible with a wide range of cookware materials, including stainless steel, cast iron, copper, aluminum, and non-stick coated pots and pans.
So, if your cookware is made of magnetic materials like cast iron or stainless steel with a magnetic base, you can use it on both gas and induction stovetops. However, if your cookware is made of non-magnetic materials like copper, aluminum, or non-magnetic stainless steel, it will only work on gas stovetops.
Always check the manufacturer's guidelines or look for an induction symbol on the cookware's packaging to ensure it is compatible with induction stovetops. If you want to use non-magnetic cookware on an induction stove, you can consider using an induction adapter disk, but keep in mind that it may affect the cooking efficiency on the induction surface.