The Sun as an energy source (non-statutory)
I can describe how solar cells use the Sun as a renewable energy source to generate electricity.
The Sun as an energy source (non-statutory)
I can describe how solar cells use the Sun as a renewable energy source to generate electricity.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A solar panel is a collection of many solar cells, with each solar cell converting light from the Sun into electricity.
- Electricity generated using solar panels is renewable, as the Sun will always be there as an energy source.
- Solar panels can be fitted onto houses and schools and are a renewable energy source for generating electricity.
- A solar farm is an area of land that is covered with up to thousands of solar panels to generate lots of electricity.
Keywords
Solar cell - A solar cell is a device that converts light from the Sun into electricity.
Electricity - Electricity is needed for lighting, heating and making machines and appliances work.
Solar panel - A solar panel is a collection of many solar cells, with each solar cell converting light from the Sun into electricity.
Generate - To generate electricity is to produce or make it.
Energy source - Energy sources can be used to provide heat, light, or electricity.
Common misconception
We cannot use electricity from solar cells when it is cloudy or at night.
Explanation of how energy can be stored in batteries to be used when it is needed.
Equipment
A selection of solar–powered devices (e.g. garden lights, calculators, power chargers) would be interesting to explore first–hand.
Licence
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