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In polar areas solar radiation strikes Earth at what angle?
Small angles
The lower solar angles characteristic of high latitude locations leads to lower levels of insolation because?
The lower solar angles in high latitude locations lead to lower levels of insolation because of how the earth tilts on its axis. The rays from the sun have less distance to travel before they reach the earth's surface.
What factor most influences amount of solar energy an area on earth receives?
It is the angle at which sunlight strikes the area.
What factors affect the solar energy earth receives?
The Sun's solar output is more or less constant (it is getting hotter very slowly but over human time scales this is irrelevant) and the planet Earth is not growing in diameter. This means that the solar irradiation Earth receives is dependent on its position on its orbit. The orbit is slightly elliptical and therefore in December it is closer to the Sun than in June. This distance is the only factor that affects the solar energy impinging on the planet.
What causes pressure changes in the atmosphere?
Atmospheric pressure changes are related to changes in temperature of the air as a result of different temperatures of the ground and water below, as well as different amounts of cloud cover and differing solar angles.
How does power vary on a solar panel at different angles?
The power varies depending on the angle the solar radiation hits the panels. At angles closer to 90 degrees, the solar panel generates the most energy.
Plf related to solar?
Yes, Plant Load Factor (PLF) is related to solar.
Is the latitude and longitude based on measurement of the solar diameter?
No. They're strictly measurements of angles on the Earth's surface. They have no connection with any current solar characteristic, any more than angles on the surface of a basketball have.
What are some things to consider when looking into Solar Energy Systems?
You should consider the huge fixed and sunk costs for setting up a solar energy system.
Is it economical to consider installing solar panels as an alternative energy source?
It is economical to consider installing solar panels because we need the energy for our planet. The sun provides it all and solar panels would save energy and money.
What is a utilization factor with respect to solar power?
Two possibilities: With respect to a single Solar PV Panel: Utilization Factor = efficiency of a solar panel (Energy captured out of energy available) With respect to an entire Solar PV System: Utilization Factor = Ratio of DC in solar panels to AC inverter rating. Typically a 1.15-1.18 utilization factor is desired. This accounts for 1. DC line loss from the panel to the inverter 2. Degradation of solar panels over the system lifespan 3. Non-tracking systems use extra DC from panels when the sun is not direct
Is it the largest in your solar system?
not that i know of but it would be consider a largest planet
What do you consider the most part of the solar system and why?
The sun makes up 99.97% of the Solar System by mass, and gives the Solar System its name ("Sol" is the official name of The Sun).
Why do perpendicular rays give mroe energy to solar panels than those at angles?
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In polar areas solar radiation strikes Earth at what angle?
Small angles
How is plant load factor in solar power plants?
Plant load is a factor in every energy plant. In the case of solar power plants, the plant load factor is at an average of 75%. This means 25% of the time, optimum operation is not utilized. This number has to be compared with start up costs, operating costs and income generated to determine the feasibility of conversion to solar energy.
Does a leaf convert solar energy into sugar?
Not really. The solar energy is used by the leaf to make glucose using water and CO2. Consider solar energy the fire when someone is cooking. :)
