What Type of Solar Heating System Would Be Most Efficient

question 53

Multiple Choice

What type of solar heating system would be most efficient at producing high-temperature water for industrial applications or steam to run turbines that generate electricity?

• A)fuel cells that directly convert chemical energy into electricity.
• B)biomass generators that burn natural materials to generate heat.
• C)solar thermal electric generation systems using mirrors or lenses to concentrate sunlight to heat water.
• D)passive solar systems that use building design to maximize winter sunlight to heat water.
• E)convection solar heating systems that circulate warm air throughout the liquid.

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