Title: Explain the underlying principles of photovoltaic systems (PV) and factors that affect system efficiency.
Course: Renewable Energy (17105) > Section: Exploring Solar Power Systems

Explanation should include principles

- photons
- polarity within a PV cell
- DC current
- basic atomic structure

and factors

- orientation
- pitch
- tree coverage
- latitude

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the photovoltaic effect?
- How does a PV cell work?
- What are insolation and irradiance
- What are the three most common types of PV panels?