Exploring Photovoltaics Student Guide

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Extension 3 ? Question  What effects on current and voltage will using different light sources have?

 Hypothesis Develop a hypothesis to address the question.

 Materials 1 PV array Electrical load

1 Multimeter Alligator clips

Various light sources

Procedure Design a procedure to compare the output of the PV array using natural sunlight and a variety of artificial light sources (e.g., incandescent, CFL, halogen, LED).

 Data

 Conclusion

 Reflections How would you do this activity differently to improve the electrical output of your circuit?

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