Solar Energy - Rigorous

What is Solar Energy?

1. Solar energy is and heat from the Sun.

2. Solar energy is a energy source.

3. Solar energy can be classified as solar, using no mechanical systems, and solar, which uses mechanical systems.

Classify the following as active or solar energy.

4. A solar hot water heating system that pumps water throughout the house.

Active Solar

Passive Solar

5. A solar thermal heating system that uses fans to move air.

Active Solar

Passive Solar

6. A solarium built on the side of a building that is heated by rays from the Sun.

Active Solar

Passive Solar