The Sun sends huge amounts of energy to Earth.This solar energy
can be used to heat things,or to make electricity-without making
pollution.The Sun will still be shining long after the last coal
and oil have been mined.
The rows of solar panels on the roof of the house in the picture
turn the Sun's energy into electricity.This energy can be stored in
batteries.It can also travel along power lines into the electricity
system.
Solar water heaters absorb the Sun's energy to heat water.
This hot water is stored in a tank,which can be seen above the
two heating panels.
1.What does the sun send to Earth?
2.What can this solar energy be used for?
3.Does solar energy make pollution.
4.How long will the Sun be shining?
5.What is on the roof of the house in the picture?
6.What do the solar panels do?
7.How can the energy be stored?
8.What do solar water heaters do?
9.Where is the hot water stored?
10.Does your mansion/house have any solar panels?