Quiz on Solar Energy

What is solar energy primarily derived from?

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Water

• Geothermal heat

What do solar panels do?

• Generate heat from water

• Store electricity

• Convert sunlight into electricity

• Capture wind

Which of the following is NOT a use of solar energy?

• Heating water

• Cooking food

• Generating wind energy

• Powering homes

What is one advantage of solar energy?

• It is non-renewable

• It reduces pollution

• It is expensive to maintain

• It is always available

What is a challenge of using solar energy?

• It is available at night

• It works best in cloudy weather

• It is free to install

• It depends on sunny weather

What do plants use solar energy for?

• To heat water

• To grow food

• To cook

• To generate electricity

What is the initial cost of solar panels described as?

• Variable

• High

• Free

• Low

What does an inverter do in a solar system?

• Generates solar panels

• Distributes power to outlets

• Changes DC to AC electricity

• Stores electricity

Where are solar panels commonly found?

• On the ground

• In basements

• On rooftops

• Underwater

What is one way solar energy can be used for cooking?

• Using gas ovens

• Using solar cookers

• Using microwaves

• Using electric stoves