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direct and indirect ways to harness solar energy? give examples?

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Direct way to harness solar energy:
1-Solar water heating
In this process, solar energy is used directly to generate heat. Solar panels are used to trap the heat from the sun and are used to heat water in the glass panels.
Indirect way;
2-Production of electricity
This method converts the sun’s energy into electricity. Photo-voltaic cells are used for converting solar energy into electricity.

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