Ques 1.

Explain the terms absorptivity, reflectivity and transmissivity of radiant energy. How are they related to each other for a black body and an opaque body?

Ques 2.

Give the classification of various types of solar cell?

Ques 3.

Describe and draw the current-voltage (V-I) characteristics of a PV cell.

Ques 4.

Explain the construction of solar module. How does a PV panel rated?

Ques 5.

State various losses in the solar module.

Ques 6.

Explain classification of heat conversion devices. Also, elaborate the advantages and disadvantages of concentrating and non-concentrating solar thermal devices.

Ques 7.

Explain the function of stand-alone solar PV system without battery with neat block diagram of any one configuration?

Ques 8.

List the various steps involved in the design of solar PV system.

Ques 9.

What is the effective life of a photovoltaic module? State the factors on which voltage output of a PV module depends.

Ques 10.

Explain the working principles of Solar Air Heating Systems.

Ques 11.

Describe the concept of direct gain heating and cooling of solar passive buildings. Which materials should be used in such designs?

Ques 12.

Describe the functioning of a solar dryer. Explain dehydration of Garlic

Ques 13.

Give five steps which you can follow in order to reduce the effect of greenhouse.