Solar Cell- An Overview
🔆 What Is Solar Energy Solar energy is the conversion of sunlight into electricity. It’s a renewable energy source that’s available daily during daylight hours. Unlike fossil fuels, solar energy doesn’t deplete natural resources or pollute the environment. ⚡ What Is a Solar Cell? A solar cell , also known as a photovoltaic cell , is a device that converts sunlight directly into electricity using the photovoltaic effect . Invented by Charles Fritts in the 1880s Each cell produces about 0.5 to 0.6 volts To generate usable power, multiple cells are connected in series to form a solar panel Solar Cell 🧱 Types of Solar Panel There are two main types of solar panels used today: 1. Monocrystalline solar panel 2. Polycrystalline solar panel Monocrystalline solar panel made of single crystal of pure silicon . Polycrystalline solar panel made of multi crystal of pure silicon . ✅ Advantages of Solar Panel s 🌱 Eco-friendly : Produces far less pollut...