Observe the figure A and B are given below and answer the following questions
i. The power generation by the above two methods is non-polluting True/False.
ii. List any two applications of solar energy
iii. What is a photovoltaic cell?
(i) Yes, both the methods are indeed non- polluting and environment friendly.
(ii) Two applications of solar energy are using solar cells to produce electricity, using solar cookers for cooking food, and using a solar heater for hot water.
(iii) A cell, which converts solar energy directly into electric energy by the photovoltaic effect, is known as a photovoltaic cell.