What energy transfer occurs when a solar panel uses sunlight to provide power to a house?

a. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.

b. Radiant energy is converted to mechanical energy.

c. Thermal energy is converted to electrical energy.

d. Thermal energy is converted to mechanical energy.

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Chemistry

Raina Ortiz

29 March, 06:29

What energy transfer occurs when a solar panel uses sunlight to provide power to a house?

a. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.

b. Radiant energy is converted to mechanical energy.

c. Thermal energy is converted to electrical energy.

d. Thermal energy is converted to mechanical energy.

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Emery Stevens · Answer 1

a. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.

Why by Mimiwhatsup: Solar panels are a form of radiant energy. When solar panels are used to provide power, then solar energy (radiant energy) is been converted to electrical energy.

Jessica Weaver · Answer 2

A. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.

I believe that is the correct answer.

What energy transfer occurs when a solar panel uses sunlight to provide power to a house?a. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.b. Radiant energy is converted to mechanical energy.c. Thermal energy is converted to electrical energy.d. Thermal energy is converted to mechanical energy.