| solar energy | |
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| energy obtained from solar power | |
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solar energy
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The energy the Earth receives from the sun, primarily as visible light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation. (See renewable resource.)
Note: The term solar energy often refers to processes that use this energy to generate heat or electricity for human use. (See solar cells.)