Understanding Solar Energy

Who were the first known people to utilize solar energy for heating their homes?

• Ancient Romans

• Ancient Chinese

• Ancient Egyptians

• Ancient Greeks

What significant discovery did Edmund Beerel make at the age of 19?

• The solar inverter

• The photovoltaic effect

• The concept of net metering

• The first solar panel

What is the role of an inverter in a solar power system?

• To convert DC to AC power

• To store solar energy

• To measure solar energy output

• To increase the efficiency of solar panels

What happens to excess solar energy produced by a solar panel system?

• It is stored in batteries

• It is wasted

• It is sent back to the grid for a credit

• It is used to heat water

Which of the following is a disadvantage of solar energy?

• Non-renewable source

• High maintenance costs

• Increases carbon emissions

• Low production during cloudy days