The sun provides energy for many of the processes that takes place on earth such as photosynthesis and climate control, therefore it seems only reasonable the we attempt to use some of this vast supply of energy in an effort to create an alternative power source to fossil fuels. ... In my opinion it seems that solar power is a valuable source of energy that we must develop as fossil fuels begin to run out. Not only is solar power a renewable source unlike fossil fuels it is also cleaner. ...

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The sun provides energy for many of the processes that takes place on earth such as photosynthesis and climate control, therefore it seems only reasonable the we attempt to use some of this vast supply of energy in an effort to create an alternative power source to fossil fuels. ... In my opinion it seems that solar power is a valuable source of energy that we must develop as fossil fuels begin to run out. Not only is solar power a renewable source unlike fossil fuels it is also cleaner. ...

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The temperature on earth's surface is determined by the solar radiation energy and heat reflected from the earth to outer space. Sunlight warms the surface, and then emits energy in the form infrared rays, or heat. Then a certain percentage of these rays are absorbed in the by atmospheric gases...

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