El panel solar
Example: El panel solar convierte la luz del sol en electricidad.
Definition
"El panel solar" is a device that converts sunlight into electrical energy using photovoltaic cells. It is commonly used to generate renewable energy for homes, businesses, and various applications, helping reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease environmental impact.
Etymology
The term "el panel solar" combines 'panel,' from the Old French 'panel,' meaning a flat piece or section, and 'solar,' derived from the Latin 'solaris,' meaning 'of the sun.' Together, they describe a flat device associated with the sun’s energy. Did you know? The concept of solar panels dates back to the 19th century when photovoltaic effects were first discovered.
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"El panel solar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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