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Practice Questions
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What is the photovoltaic effect?
💡 Hint: Think about how light interacts with solar cells.
Name the two types of semiconductor materials commonly used in solar cells.
💡 Hint: One is single crystal, the other is a type of multiple crystals.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is the primary function of solar cells?
💡 Hint: Focus on the main goal of a solar cell.
True or False: The efficiency of a solar cell is the percentage of sunlight it converts into electricity.
💡 Hint: Consider what efficiency means in this context.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a solar cell with an efficiency of 20% and an area of 1 m². If it receives 1000 W/m² of sunlight, how much power can it generate?
💡 Hint: You need to apply the efficiency to the power received.
What are the economic implications of using PVT systems versus traditional PV systems in residential applications?
💡 Hint: Think about both energy savings and initial investment.
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