What process occurs when photons strike solar panel photovoltaic cells?

Answer as guest — Start Free Practice Test to earn Practice PointsHow to earn pointsAsk a question+3Answer a question+1Someone answers yours+1Your Q gets upvoted+1Pioneer bonus (first 5)+5, ask questions & climb the leaderboard!

A Heat generation
B Electrons are released, creating current
C Hydrogen gas production
D Water heating

Show answer and explanation

Answer: B. Electrons are released, creating current

In the photovoltaic effect, light (photons) striking the solar cell knocks electrons loose, and their flow produces an electric current.

Answering after opening this box earns no Practice Points.

2 answered 50% got it right

Rules for asking and answering

What process occurs when photons strike solar panel photovoltaic cells?

More questions like this