Space-based solar power plants a reality in 30 years?
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Science, Physics, Biology
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11th Grade - University
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one of the main challenges in transmitting solar energy from space to Earth?
The Earth's rotation and atmospheric filtering
Lack of solar panels in space
High cost of solar panels
Limited sunlight in space
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does an orbiting power plant increase its efficiency in collecting solar power?
By converting sunlight to electricity outside the atmosphere
By reducing the distance to the sun
By using larger solar panels
By using more efficient batteries
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What additional use does space solar power have beyond powering Earth?
Powering missions beyond Earth
Powering wind turbines
Powering electric vehicles
Powering underwater research stations
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When do scientists predict the technology for space solar power will become economically viable?
In 10 years
In 20 to 30 years
In 50 years
In 5 years
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the anticipated timeline for launching the space solar power project?
In 10 years
In 5 years
In 30 years
In 20 years
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