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Solar energy is the energy obtained from the radiation of Sun.

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Radiation of sun incident on earth’s surface

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Solar rays reflected by moon towards earth

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The correct option is A Radiation of sun incident on earth’s surface
Solar energy is an unlimited source of energy obtained from the sun. The solar radiation from the sun is directly incident upon the earth's surface which can be converted into electrical energy and can be used for various purposes.

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