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Ans. A blocking diode connects to the cable and prevents the solar panel from discharging the battery in the absence of sunlight. For example, a car battery will not act as an impedance load on a solar panel because of reverse blocking diodes that prevent nighttime battery discharging.
Q1. How does photovoltaic (PV) technology work?
Q2. What is a photovoltaic (PV) cell?
Q3. What is a solar module?
Q4. What is a PV array?
Q5. What is a blocking diode?
Q6. What is PV conversion efficiency?
Q7. Do solar cells store energy?
Q8. How well do solar panels work in cloudy conditions?
Q9. How well do solar panels work in the winter?
Q10. Can I use equipment directly from solar panels?
Q11. What type of maintenance is required on solar panels?
Q12. What are the possible problems with solar panels and how can I prevent them?
Q13. Are solar electric systems safe?
Q14. Are solar power systems good for the environment?