Lighting Lives

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What can people use electricity for?

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People can use electricity to heat their homes or turn on a light.

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What is solar power?

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Solar power is electricity that comes from the sun.

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What do solar panels do?

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Solar panels turn the sun's energy into electricity.

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How did Debbie's life change when she was 10?

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Debbie moved into a home with electricity.

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What was it like for Debbie to live in a home without electricity?

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Debbie had to read by candlelight.

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What is electricity?

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Electricity is a form of energy that can power devices and lights.

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What is a solar panel?

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A solar panel is a device that converts sunlight into electricity.

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Why is electricity important?

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Electricity is important because it powers our homes, schools, and devices.

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What are some uses of solar energy?

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Solar energy can be used to power homes, heat water, and run appliances.

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What happens when the sun shines on a solar panel?

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When the sun shines on a solar panel, it generates electricity.