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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Emely Frye

8 January, 05:58

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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Sebastian Holmes · Answer 1

A. Radiant energy is converted to electrical energy.

I believe that is the correct answer.

Sloane Ali · Answer 2

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.

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.