Solar energy*

The Sun provides the Earth with a lot of energy. Energy can make things happen.

For example, the energy from the Sun is used to heat objects. It is the cause of our weather, storms and cyclones.

1. Name three examples where solar energy is used to heat objects.
2. Name some other examples of where solar energy is used.
3.  Why would using the solar energy from the Sun be an advantage in some developing countries?
4. Why can solar energy be so useful in industrialised countries?

You may need to complete your investigation before you have clear ideas about some of these questions.

There are many ways that solar energy can be used. In the following activity and investigation you can explore some of its uses.

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