Solar Energy

Basic unit that makes up all light?

• Cells

• Atoms

• Photons

• Molecules

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Solar Energy is created by what?

• Moon

• Sun

• Wind

• Water

Someone wants to put solar panels on their house. They live in a location where it is cloudy a lot and their house is shaded by trees. Should this person be putting solar panels on their house?

• Yes

• No

Cons (Disadvantages) of using Solar Energy include:

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• It's Renewable

• Expensive to Install

• It is not a constant source of energy

• All the Above

Pro (Advantages) of using solar energy include:

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• Renewable

• Expensive to Install

• Produces no pollution during its operation

• Expensive to store energy

Solar Cells convert light into electricity?

• True

• False

Does solar power negatively the environment

• no
• yes

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Is solar energy renewable?

• no
• yes

Why is solar energy considered a renewable energy source?

• You can get money back from the government if you put solar panels on your house
• Solar energy is cheaper than fossil fuels
• The sun's energy will not run out for billions of years
• Solar energy can be used to recharge batteries

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Solar (or PV) cells are made of many individuals cell stacked together, and these are made of materials called ______________.

• diodes

• electrometals

• semiconductors

• solarductors

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