Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

by Tarbuck, Edward J.; Lutgens, Frederick K.; Tasa, Dennis G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0134074254

ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 23 - Section 23.4 - Renewable Energy - Concept Checks - Page 718: 3

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Solar energy is used to produce electricity through photovoltaic (PV) systems, where solar panels convert sunlight directly into electricity, and through solar thermal power plants, where solar energy is used to generate steam that drives turbines to produce electricity.

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