Solar Renewable Energy

What is solar energy derived from?

• Geothermal heat

• Nuclear reactions

• Sunlight

• Wind

Which technology converts sunlight into electrical energy?

• Solar thermal energy

• Photovoltaic (PV)

• Wind turbines

• Concentrated Solar Power (CSP)

What is a significant advantage of solar energy?

• Dependence on fossil fuels

• Low maintenance requirements

• High initial investment costs

• Limited energy source

What is a disadvantage of solar energy?

• It produces greenhouse gases

• It is cost-effective

• It requires a lot of land

• It is available all year round

What does solar thermal energy use to warm up a liquid?

• Sun's heat

• Wind

• Geothermal energy

• Electricity

What is one application of solar energy?

• Solar-powered nuclear plants

• Solar-powered vehicles

• Solar-powered fossil fuel extraction

• Solar-powered wind turbines

What is a common use of solar batteries?

• To generate heat for buildings

• To provide backup power during emergencies

• To power electric vehicles

• To store fossil fuels

What is a challenge for solar energy production?

• It requires no maintenance

• It is inexpensive to install

• It depends on weather and climate

• It is always available

What is the role of concentrated solar power (CSP)?

• To provide heating for residential homes

• To store solar energy for later use

• To convert sunlight into heat for cooking

• To focus sunlight to generate steam for electricity

What is one of the references mentioned in the text?

• World Health Organization

• U.S. Department of Energy

• NASA Solar Energy Research

• International Monetary Fund