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What is solar energy? What is its significance?


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  1. Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the Sun that is harnessed using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as solar heating, photovoltaic, solar thermal energy, etc.
  2. The significance of solar energy:
  • It is an important source of renewable energy.
  • It can be used to cook food, heat water, and generate electricity.

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