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Question
Can you tell?
Which forms of energy from the sun are used in solar energy devices?
Solution
Solar energy devices use two primary forms of energy from the sun:
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Light Energy: Utilized in solar photovoltaic (PV) cells to convert sunlight directly into electricity.
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Heat Energy: Harnessed in solar thermal devices, such as solar water heaters, solar cookers, and concentrated solar power (CSP) systems, to generate heat or electricity.
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