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Definition of Solar energy
1. Noun. Energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy. "The amount of energy falling on the earth is given by the solar constant, but very little use has been made of solar energy"
Definition of Solar energy
1. Noun. Energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation emitted from the Sun; especially that part of this energy that is converted into usable thermal or electrical energy by man. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Solar energy
1. Energy transmitted from the sun in the form of electromagnetic radiation. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Solar Energy
Literary usage of Solar energy
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Smithsonian Physical Tables by Smithsonian Institution, Thomas Gray (1896)
"solar energy AND ITS ABSORPTION BY THE EARTH ATMOSPHERE. This table gives some
of the results of Langley's researches on the atmospheric absorption of solar ..."
2. Energy Policies of IEA Countries by International Energy Agency (1999)
"solar energy Photovoltaic Power Generation: Research priorities are to ...
Sophistication of solar energy Utilisation: Research priorities extend from basic ..."
3. Energy Education Resources: Kindergarten Through 12th Grade (1998) edited by Paula Altman (1999)
"CD-ROM educational modules are available through the solar energy Research and
Education Foundation. 123 Solar Now Beverly High School 100 Sohier Road ..."
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