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Solar energy is a non depleting energy. Justify.
Solution
- Solar energy is the only viable fuel source of non – depleting nature for, Sun provides a free and renewable source of energy.
- It is a renewable type of energy without endangering the environment.
- It is the potential source to replace fossil fuel in order to meet the needs of the world. With the advancements in science and technology, solar energy has become more affordable, and it can overcome the energy crisis.
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