Solar Energy

Daniel, Drew, and Beau

What is solar energy?

• Solar energy is radiant energy given by the sun.

• Two hydrogen atoms form into helium through fusion and make energy

How does this energy work?• The energy given

off from the fusion gets sent away from the sun, some hitting the Earth we collect this energy through solar panels.

What is this energy best suited to do?• The energy is

formed into electricity through the panels so it is best suited to power household appliances such as lights. Some also use the energy for heat.

How realistic is this energy currently?

• In 2008, about 0.1% of the total energy supply in the US came from solar sources.

How likely is it that we will be using this energy in the near future?

• It is 100% likely that we will be using solar power as an energy source. It is predicted that in 2025, 50% of our energy will be solar.

What are the advantages of this form of energy?

• Pro – It is

considered clean energy, there is a constant stream of it and its not dangerous.

What are the disadvantages of this form of energy?

• Con- Cost of panels are high, weather can affect the efficiency and only works during the daytime.

Question 1

• What is the resulting element the sun makes during nuclear fusion?

• A – Hydrogen• B – Helium• C – Ewoldsenium• D - magnesium

Question 2

• What takes energy from the sun and turns it into electricity

• A – Superman• B – Photosynthesis• C – Solar panels• D – Solar Systems

Question 3

• How much energy used was solar in 2008?

• A – 0%• B – 0.1%• C – 1%• D – 110%