Question

Imagine that it is a sunny day and you are looking at a building that has solar panels on the roof. Which of the following statements correctly describe the way light is interacting with the panels? Select all that apply.

The panels are transmitting most of the light energy.
The panels are absorbing a lot of the light energy.
The panels are reflecting some of the light energy.
The panels feel warm to the touch.
The panels are reflecting nearly all of the light energy.

Answer 1

Solar panels absorb a lot of light energy, reflect some of the light energy, and feel warm to the touch.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct statements that describe the way light is interacting with solar panels on a sunny day are:

• The panels are absorbing a lot of the light energy. Solar panels are designed to absorb as much sunlight as possible to convert it into electrical energy.
• The panels are reflecting some of the light energy. Although solar panels are designed to absorb light, they still reflect some of it.
• The panels feel warm to the touch. When solar panels absorb light, some of the energy is converted to heat, which makes them feel warm.

The other statements, such as The panels are transmitting most of the light energy and The panels are reflecting nearly all of the light energy, are not correct.

Answer 2

Answer: B

Explanation: The panels are absorbing a lot of the light energy.