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How does solar power work?

2025/3/4
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Anna
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Mark
从破产公司到上市企业的成功转型和多个子公司的建立
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Rosie DuPont
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Rosie DuPont: 我主持了关于太阳能电池板的节目，它们收集太阳能并将其转化为电能，可以用来为各种设备供电。 Anna: 我认为用太阳能为汽车供电是个好主意，这样可以减少污染，而且可以在白天储存能量，晚上使用。 Mark: 我解释了太阳能电池板的构造和工作原理。它们由许多较小的单元——太阳能电池组成，这些电池吸收太阳能并将其转化为电能。我们可以用这种电能做各种事情，例如播放音乐和烘焙蛋糕。 地球: 我解释了为什么我们需要减少化石燃料的使用，因为燃烧化石燃料会产生过多的二氧化碳，导致地球变暖和气候变化。 月亮: 我补充说，可再生能源，如太阳能、风能和水能，不会产生过多的温室气体，并且是减缓气候变化的重要工具。 地球: 我强调了太阳能的巨大潜力，地球表面在一个半小时内接收到的太阳能足以满足全球一年的能源需求。

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This chapter explores the functionality of solar panels, explaining how they convert sunlight into electricity. It details the components of solar panels, from individual solar cells to protective layers, and describes the process of energy absorption and conversion.
  • Solar panels are made of solar cells that absorb sunlight.
  • Sunlight's energy is converted into electricity.
  • Electricity can power various devices and appliances.

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Brains On is a non-profit public radio program. There are lots of ways to support the show:Support) the podcast with donation)* | Subscribe) to Smarty Pass for ad-free episodes and bonus content)** | Buy )our book and merch)** | Come) to our live shows)*Solar panels capture energy from the sun and turn it into electricity. But how do they work?Join guest host Rosie duPont and co-host Anna as they explore the ins and outs of solar energy!

Marc and his latest invention, Sal the solar bot, stop by the studio for a special solar demonstration — then the Earth and Moon chat about why solar power is an important tool for slowing down climate change.

Plus, an electrifying new mystery sound!

Check out our series all about electricity too!)Today’s episode is sponsored by: Indeed.com/brainson - Receive a $75 sponsored job credit

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