The element required for solar energy conversion is:
The element required for solar energy conversion is:
(a) Silicon
(b) Germanium
(c) Uranium
(d) Selenium
Silicon is the material of choice for the conversion of sunlight into electricity due to its superior properties as a semiconductor, making it ideal for the photovoltaic effect. It is also the second most abundant element in the Earth’s crust, which makes solar cell manufacturing relatively cheap and reliable.