What is the main visual difference between monocrystalline and polycrystalline solar panels?

Monocrystalline vs Polycrystalline Solar Panels

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Both types of panels look identical.
Monocrystalline panels have a mottled look, while polycrystalline panels are consistent in color.
Monocrystalline panels are black or dark blue, while polycrystalline panels have a blue mottled look.
Monocrystalline panels are blue and polycrystalline panels are black.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are monocrystalline solar panels manufactured?
By melting silicon rocks into a square mold.
By cutting wafers from a conical silicon ingot.
By pressing multiple pieces of silicon together.
By using a 3D printing process.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key characteristic of polycrystalline solar panels?
They are made from a square quartz mold.
They have a consistent black color.
They are more expensive to manufacture than monocrystalline panels.
They are made from a conical silicon ingot.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of solar panel is generally more efficient?
Efficiency depends on the manufacturer
Both have the same efficiency
Polycrystalline panels
Monocrystalline panels
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the efficiency of monocrystalline panels compare to polycrystalline panels?
Polycrystalline panels are 2% more efficient.
Monocrystalline panels are 2% more efficient.
Both have the same efficiency.
Monocrystalline panels are 5% more efficient.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential advantage of using monocrystalline panels in a solar system?
They require less space for the same power output.
They are easier to install.
They are cheaper to manufacture.
They perform better in all light conditions.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do monocrystalline panels perform in high temperatures compared to polycrystalline panels?
They are not suitable for high-temperature environments.
They perform worse in high temperatures.
They handle heat slightly better.
They have the same performance in high temperatures.
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