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How does solar energy generate electricity?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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Topic
National and global energy resources
Question
- A. Through combustion
- B. Using photovoltaic cells
- C. By burning fossil fuels
- D. Through nuclear fission
Answer
Using photovoltaic cells
Explanation
Solar energy generates electricity using photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight directly into electrical energy.
Common mistake
Confusing Environmental Impacts
Students often confuse the environmental impacts of renewable energy resources with those of fossil fuels, thinking they are similar.
Focus on the specific impacts of each energy resource, noting that renewable resources generally have lower environmental impacts compared to fossil fuels.
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