Photovoltaic Energy

What is the main challenge of harnessing solar energy?

• Efficiency and intermittency

• Limited availability

• High cost

• Environmental impact

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What are the two categories of technologies that harness solar energy?

• Solar photovoltaic (PV) and Solar thermal

• Solar photovoltaic (PV) and Wind energy

• Solar thermal and Geothermal energy

• Hydropower and Solar photovoltaic (PV)

Energy from using photovoltaic cells

• Geothermal

• Biofuel

• Solar

• Hydroelectric

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Solar

• Renewable (Alternative)

• Nonrenewable

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Solar photovoltaic panels on homes and other building areas create ?

• Heat energy

• Polaroids

• Electrical energy

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Earth’s nearest star (our Sun) radiates this type of energy.

• Solar

• Coal

• Propane

• Oil

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What is the primary function of photovoltaic cells in solar panels?

• Convert sunlight into electricity

• Store solar energy as heat

• Reflect sunlight to reduce heat

• Absorb sunlight for photosynthesis

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Which material is commonly used in the manufacturing of photovoltaic cells?

• Silicon

• Copper

• Iron

• Aluminum

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What is the efficiency range of most commercial photovoltaic cells?

• 10-20%

• 30-40%

• 50-60%

• 70-80%

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Which of the following is a real-world application of photovoltaic energy?

• Powering satellites

• Heating water

• Cooling buildings

• Producing biofuels

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