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The two can't be compared. If you use solar energy, you'll also be using electricity - the electricity from the solar panels (unless you are talking about the other type of solar panel: the one used to directly heat water).
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoSolar energy is one of the approaches to generate electrical energy. So, no comparison. Solar energy is a primary energy source while electric energy is a secondary energy source.
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∙ 11y agoNo, because solar energy is a thing that only works when its sunny outside. When it is cloudy out, it doesn't work that good! So coal makes more power than solar energy!
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Is solar energy more efficient than nuclear energy?
Nuclear Energy is able to produce a constant ammount of energy at all times where as solar energy does not.
Why is Silicon used in solar cell?
silicon(crystalline) is a semiconducting material that enables photoelectric effect to occur within the cell.it converts solar energy to electricity at a high speed.hence it is more efficient than any other material and produces large amount of electrical energy.
If sunlight is free why is generating electrical energy from solar cells expensive?
The cost is in manufacturing the solar cells. It takes people, materials such as pure silicon and expensive machines to manufacture the solar cells. As researchers find cheaper materials and more efficient ways to make the cells, and the manufacturing volume goes up, solar cells will become cheaper.
How does sunlight intensity and the surface area of a solar cell affect it's electrical power output?
The larger the area surface of the solar cell the more energy output is made, because of it has more area so that it can intake more sunlight so therefore it can give more of its energy of more quickly.Most obviously the more sunlight intensity on the solar cell the more energy it given off because sunlight = energyso the more sunlight that has been inputed into the solar cell the more output energy will be given off.
Is that light energy or heat energy of solar energy is converted into the electric energy?
A photocell converts light energy (radiant electromagnetic energy to be precise) into electrical energy. A thermocouple can convert heat into electrical energy. The radiant em conversion yields much more energy than a heat conversion.
Which is efficient amorphous or crystalline solar cell?
As of 2007,* commercial amorphous Si solar cells convert about 8% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy.* multicrystalline Si solar cells convert around 16% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy* commercial single crystal Si solar cells convert about 22% of the solar energy that strikes them into electrical energy.So single crystal Si solar cells have the highest energy conversion efficiency.However, amorphous Si solar cells require less energy to produce and are less expensive than multicrystalline Si solar cells, which in turn require less energy to produce and are less expensive than single crystal Si solar cells.In some cases amorphous Si solar cells are more economically efficient (produce more power for the same initial price or initial investment in energy to produce).
What is better solar energy or hydropower?
depends on how you look at it solar energy is more highly developed but hydro electric is more efficient when it is used
How do solar reflectors improve the efficiency of solar collectors?
A solar reflector directs more sunlight into the solar collector. The more solar energy that is directed to the solar panel, the more electrical energy that is generated.
Is solar energy more efficient than nuclear energy?
Nuclear Energy is able to produce a constant ammount of energy at all times where as solar energy does not.
Why would solar energy be more efficient on the moon?
due to the lack of atmosphere blocking the solar rays.
What are some improvements since solar energy was formed?
Solar panels are becoming cheaper and more efficient.
Is solar or plug-in patio lighting more energy efficient?
Solar lighting is more energy efficient because it uses the light from the sun to power itself rather than use the energy from an outlet in your home to gather enough energy to create an illuminating light source
Identify the process in which solar energy is converted to chemical energy?
solar to chemical energy is photosynthesis.... google ATP photosynthesis for more info.... solar panels also convert solar energy, but they convert it to electrical energy
Why is Silicon used in solar cell?
silicon(crystalline) is a semiconducting material that enables photoelectric effect to occur within the cell.it converts solar energy to electricity at a high speed.hence it is more efficient than any other material and produces large amount of electrical energy.
Why was solar energy invented?
because it is more energy efficient and is better for the planet. by Breanna (12YRS) Summer (12YRS)
What type of energy is more efficient than fossil fuel energy?
renewable energy, for example solar energy, hydroelectric energy and Wind Energy.
Has there been any real evidence that solar energy systems are effective?
It is a proven fact that solar energy is more efficient and cost effective over the long run.
