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What factor most influences the amount of solar enegry an area on earth receives?

The latitude of the area is the most influential factor in determining the amount of solar energy it receives. Areas closer to the equator receive more direct sunlight and therefore more solar energy compared to areas further from the equator. Other factors such as season, time of day, and cloud cover can also impact the amount of solar energy received.


What function provides insolation?

The function that provides insolation is solar radiation, specifically solar energy received by the Earth's surface. Insolation is the amount of solar radiation reaching a specific area over a given time period. It is an essential factor in understanding climate and ecosystems.


What is the primary factor that affects the amount of solar energy that reaches any point on earths surface?

The primary factor that affects the amount of solar energy reaching any point on Earth's surface is the angle at which the sunlight hits the surface. This angle, known as the solar zenith angle, determines the path length through the atmosphere that the solar radiation must travel, affecting the amount of absorption and scattering that occurs. The higher the angle, the more direct the sunlight, and the more energy that reaches the surface.


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 the amount of solar energy absorbed at the earths surface?

The angle of incidence of the sun's rays is the factor that most influences the amount of solar energy absorbed at the Earth's surface. A higher angle means the rays have to pass through more atmosphere, reducing the intensity of the sunlight absorbed. Additionally, factors like cloud cover and air pollution can also impact the amount of solar energy reaching the surface.

Related Questions

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.


How do you convert kilograms to solar mass?

To convert kilograms to solar mass, you can use the conversion factor: 1 solar mass = 1.9885 x 10^30 kilograms. Simply divide the mass in kilograms by this conversion factor to get the value in solar mass.


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


Why do perpendicular rays give mroe energy to solar panels than those at angles?

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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).


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. :)


What is fill factor?

Fill factor is the ratio (or the difference) between the actual output of a solar cell or panel, and its theoretical output (which can be about 30%higher).