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Question
A silicon solar cell of dimension 1 sq.cm. generates __________ potential difference.
Options
0.1 V
0.5 V
0.1 mV
0.5 mV
Solution
A silicon solar cell of dimension 1 sq.cm. generates 0.5 V potential difference.
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