Solar cell

/sˈəʊlə sˈɛl/

/sˈoʊlɚ sˈɛl/

Solar cell

a device that converts the energy of the sun into electricity

Examples

1. Now, let's hook up our Solar Cell to an ammeter to measure the current.

2. First, let's go over the structure of a Solar Cell.

3. We're able to create an electric field inside our Solar Cell by using different dopants on either side of the device.

4. It is this electric field that acts as a one way valve in our Solar Cell for electrons and holes.