5.4.1 (Solar Energy as Renewable Energy)

Question 1

Passive Solar Energy

Answer 1

Using the sun’s energy directly for heating

ex: greenhouses and homes

Question 2

Active Solar Energy

Answer 2

Changing solar energy into electricity

ex: solar collectors (seen on roofs of places w/ water that is heated)

Question 3

This is the type of solar energy harnessed by windows in greenhouses

Answer 3

passive solar energy