Solar Power to Electricity
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Objective
I can describe how solar panels convert sunlight into electricity.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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Solar panels use smaller units called solar cells to convert solar energy into electrical energy.
- 2
Solar cells are commonly made of silicon, which is sandwiched between conductive layers.
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Photons from the sun knock electrons loose, which are then drawn to the n-side of the cell, creating an electrical current that can power things like a lightbulb.
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Practice
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What is solar power?
Name two reasons why solar power is a good energy source.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe how solar panels turn sunlight into electricity.”
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