6.8 to 6.9 Solar and Hydro energy Summary

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary source of energy for solar panels?
Wind
Water
Sun
Geothermal
Answer explanation
The primary source of energy for solar panels is the Sun. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, making the Sun the essential energy source for their operation.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Solar panels convert _______ energy into electrical energy.
wind
solar
thermal
kinetic
Answer explanation
Solar panels convert solar energy into electrical energy. The correct choice is 'solar' because these panels harness sunlight, unlike the other options which refer to different energy sources.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following statements is true about photovoltaic solar cells?
They store energy for later use.
They transform light energy into electrical energy.
They are not affected by sunlight availability.
They use mechanical equipment to collect energy.
Answer explanation
Photovoltaic solar cells convert light energy from the sun into electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect, making the statement 'They transform light energy into electrical energy' the correct choice.
Tags
NGSS.HS-PS3-2
NGSS.HS-PS3-3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Active solar energy systems use solar energy to heat a liquid through mechanical and electric equipment to collect and store the energy captured from the sun. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of active solar energy systems?
A) Use of mechanical equipment
B) Direct absorption of heat without equipment
C) Storage of captured energy
D) Heating a liquid
Answer explanation
Active solar energy systems rely on mechanical equipment to collect and store solar energy. Therefore, option B, which states 'Direct absorption of heat without equipment', is NOT a characteristic of these systems.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Passive solar energy systems _______ heat directly from the sun.
store
absorb
reflect
generate
Answer explanation
Passive solar energy systems absorb heat directly from the sun, utilizing materials that capture and retain solar energy, making 'absorb' the correct choice.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a characteristic of passive solar energy?
Uses mechanical equipment
Absorbs or blocks heat from the sun without mechanical equipment
Converts sunlight directly into electricity
Requires solar panels.
Answer explanation
Passive solar energy is characterized by its ability to absorb or block heat from the sun without the use of mechanical equipment, unlike active systems that require solar panels or other devices.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In passive solar heating, thick walls and floors store heat in the ______.
A) summer
B) winter
C) spring
D) autumn
Answer explanation
In passive solar heating, thick walls and floors absorb and store heat during the day, releasing it at night, particularly in winter when heating is needed most. Thus, the correct answer is B) winter.
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-3
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
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