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Solar Power
PI-07 Solar Power
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| solar energy | energy from the sun, available as a renewable resource. |
| renewable energy | energy from a source that is not depleted when used, such as wind or solar power |
| photovoltaic cell | technology with the ability to convert light (photo) into electricity (voltaic), aka solar cell |
| photon | a particle representing a quantum of light, which energizes electrons in solar cells |
| solar panel | a collection of photovoltaic cells assembled together to produce electricity |