by Richard Hantula ; science and curriculum consultant, Debra Voege
New York, NY :
Chelsea Clubhouse,
c2010
32 p. :
col. ill. ;
24 cm
Science in the real world
Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index
Endless energy -- Solar cells galore -- Energy from sunshine -- Understanding electricity -- Looking back -- Inside a solar cell -- Cells + cells + cells -- Panels on homes and other buildings -- Good things about solar panels -- Concerns about solar panels -- Giving solar power a boost -- Solar cells get better and better -- More solar products
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Explains how energy is produced using solar cells; describes how solar power has been used to power homes, businesses, and space stations; and discusses the benefits and drawbacks to using it as a source of energy