10 Questions
What is the theoretical solar energy potential of sunlight striking Earth?
1.76 x 105 TW
What is the practical solar energy potential of sunlight?
≈ 600 TW (50 TW - 1500 TW depending on land fraction etc.)
What is the electricity generation potential of photosynthesis?
≈ 60 TW (10% conversion efficiency)
What is a solar cell?
A device that directly converts the energy of light into electrical energy
What is the electrical device that converts the energy of light directly into electricity by the photovoltaic effect?
Photovoltaic cell
What is the theoretical solar energy potential in TW?
1.2x105 TW
What is the practical solar energy potential in TW?
≈ 600 TW
What is the onshore electricity generation potential of solar energy?
Depends on land fraction etc.; WEA 2000
What is the energy conversion efficiency of photosynthesis?
10%
What is the device that directly converts the energy of light into electrical energy?
Solar cell
Test your knowledge on solar energy potential and the spectral properties of sunlight in this quiz. Explore theoretical and practical aspects of solar energy, and gain insights into onshore electricity generation.
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