What is the approximate amount of solar energy the Sahara Desert receives annually compared to human consumption?

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Over 100 times the human consumption
Half of human consumption
Equal to human consumption
Twice the human consumption
2.
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What is the primary mechanism by which solar panels generate electricity?
By absorbing heat
By reflecting sunlight
By converting wind energy
By knocking electrons out of stable bonds
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What is one of the recent advancements that have increased the efficiency of solar panels?
Use of wind turbines
Anti-reflective coatings
Larger panel sizes
Thicker glass layers
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What has contributed to the significant reduction in the cost of solar energy over the last decade?
Global supply chains for shared materials
Advancements in nuclear technology
Decreased demand for solar energy
Increased fossil fuel prices
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What is a significant challenge faced by solar farms in desert environments?
Excessive rainfall
Lack of sunlight
Frequent sandstorms
High heat absorption
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What is a potential environmental impact of covering the Sahara Desert with solar panels?
Improved local biodiversity
Increased rainfall
Decreased global temperatures
Massive climate changes in the region
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What alternative solar technology uses mirrors to generate electricity?
Hydroelectric power
Photovoltaic cells
Concentrated solar power
Wind turbines
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