Question 48
MediumOriginal questionRead the two statements and choose the correct option.
I. Solar photovoltaic cells turn sunlight directly into electricity.
II. Thermal power plants are a source of clean energy.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
I is true: that is how solar panels work.
Thermal plants burn coal and release carbon dioxide and ash, so II is false.
- Concept
- Non-conventional energy
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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