Photovoltaic cells clean up our energy grids by converting sunlight directly into electricity. What type of energy transformation happens inside these panels?

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A Chemical energy to electrical energy
B Thermal energy to kinetic energy
C Light energy to electrical energy
D Nuclear energy to mechanical energy

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Answer: C. Light energy to electrical energy

Answer Explanation: C. Solar photovoltaic cells contain semiconductor materials that absorb photons (light energy) from the sun and release electrons, generating a direct electric current.

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Photovoltaic cells clean up our energy grids by converting sunlight directly into electricity. What type of energy transformation happens inside these panels?

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