1 - Fundamentals of Solar Energy
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Practice Questions
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What is solar energy?
💡 Hint: Think about where solar energy comes from.
Name one benefit of solar energy.
💡 Hint: Consider why people use solar energy.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What are photovoltaic cells used for?
💡 Hint: Think about how solar panels function.
Solar energy is a non-polluting energy source. True or False?
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental impact of traditional energy sources.
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Challenge Problems
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Calculate the amount of energy produced by a 5kW photovoltaic system over a day if it receives 6 hours of effective sunlight.
💡 Hint: Use the basic energy formula.
Discuss the potential impact of cloud cover on the efficiency of solar energy systems and propose solutions to mitigate these impacts.
💡 Hint: Think about how to maintain efficiency during varying weather conditions.
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