Solar Radiation Measurement with Pyranometer
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What is the primary purpose of a pyranometer?

  • To measure the temperature of the sun
  • To measure the intensity of solar flares
  • To measure the distance between the Earth and the sun
  • To measure solar irradiance on a planar surface (correct)

    • What is the wavelength range that a typical pyranometer measures?

  • 0.3 μm to 3 μm (correct)
  • 10 μm to 20 μm
  • 5 μm to 10 μm
  • 0.1 μm to 1.0 μm

    • What does the term 'diffuse solar irradiance' refer to?

  • The solar irradiance on a horizontal surface due to only sky radiation (correct)
  • The total solar irradiance on a horizontal surface
  • The solar irradiance on a horizontal surface due to direct sunrays
  • The solar irradiance on a surface held perpendicular to the sun's rays

    • Which term is used to describe the solar irradiance on a surface held perpendicular to the sun's rays while blocking the diffuse sky radiation?

    <p>Direct solar irradiance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical unit used to measure the different types of solar radiation mentioned in the text?

    <p>W/m^2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about pyranometers?

    <p>Recent technical developments include the use of electronics in pyranometers, which require low external power</p> Signup and view all the answers

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