Solar Power

What is primary energy source for solar panels?

• Wind energy

• Sunlight

• Nuclear energy

• Fossil fuels

What does solar tracker do?

• Tracks the efficiency of a solar panel

• Moves solar panels to follow the sun's position

• Converts solar energy into electricity

• Cleans solar panels

Which type of solar tracker follows the sun's movement on one axis only?

• Dual-axis tracker

• Hybrid tracker

• Single-axis tracker

• Vertical tracker

What happens if solar panels are not aligned with the sun?

• Energy production increases

• Energy production stays constant

• Energy production decreases

• Solar panels shut down

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What is the main advantage of a solar tracker system?

• Reduces installation costs

• Increases energy consumption

• Increases energy production efficiency

• Requires no maintanance

Which factor can negatively affect solar system tracker's performance?

• Bright sunlight

• Strong winds

• High efficiency solar cells

• Low temperatures

Dual-axis trackers are ideal for which application?

• Residential rooftops

• Utility-scale solar system

• Small portable solar systems

• Solar water heaters

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What kind of energy do solar system produce?

• Thermal energy

• Mechanical energy

• Electrical energy

• Kinetic energy

Which of the following is a disadvantage of solar trackers?

• Increases energy production

• High installation and maintenance costs

• Reduces space usage

• Improves efficiency in all weather

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What device helps solar trackers move to follow the sun?

• Electric generators

• Actuators or motors

• Photovoltaic cells

• Inverters