solar cell

Definitions

General Science

• noun a photoelectric device that converts solar energy into electricity

Electronics

• A semiconductor device which generates an electric current when exposed to radiant energy, especially sunlight. These are often made of silicon or selenium. Solar cells can be used in arrays to power anything from street lights to satellites. It is a photovoltaic cell which is optimized for the conversion of solar energy. Also known as solar generator, or sun cell.
• synonymsolar generator
• synonymsun cell

Cars & Driving

• noun a panel-shaped array of photovoltaic cells designed to transform solar radiant energy directly into electric energy; installed on car roofs, they can be used to recharge the batteries of electric-powered cars

Nearby Definitions of “solar cell”

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