Investigation should include using a device (e.g., multimeter, microcontrollers, microprocessors or other computers with sensors and indicators) various light sources (i.e., natural and artificial), and the visible light spectrum.
Teacher Resources:
Process/Skill Questions:
- How would changing light color improve energy production in a PV system?
- Why do the light intensity and color affect the energy output of a PV array?
- What are the effects of different color filters on the output of photovoltaic cells?
- How does varying intensity affect the output of PV cells?
- What are the effects of different light sources on the output of photovoltaic cells?
- What is the difference between power and energy?