photovoltaic

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• She installed photovoltaic cells on her roof to reduce electricity costs.

• The new building was equipped with photovoltaic panels to harness solar energy.

• Figure 1: Section of a photovoltaic solar cell showing its components and function.

  Academic text (2011)

• For example, hydrogen fuel cells and photovoltaic cells have yet to be applied to their full potential.

  Academic text (2000)

• The commercial generator came first, and photovoltaic electricity came about half a century later.

  Academic text (2011)

• We also evaluated the potential for photovoltaic systems in the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

  Academic text (2012)

• Market growth will be tied to the continuing decline in photovoltaic costs relative to conventional supplies.

  Academic text (1993)

• When these tax incentives are taken into account, the cost of installing a photovoltaic array becomes much more reasonable.

  Academic text (2012)

• As the cost of installing a photovoltaic array decreases, such systems become more economical and more popular.

  Academic text (2012)

• Innovations in photovoltaic technology are making solar power more accessible to homeowners.

Synonyms

S

solar

vsphotovoltaic

592 3.8

Relating to the sun or using its energy

is activated by light or other radiant energy, not only the sun

Compounds

P

photovoltaic cell

• Specialized

2 4.6

A device that changes sunlight into electricity

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Etymology