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Solar Energy Grades 3 - 5 Solar Energy 1 1

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The Sun 2 What is the sun? Properties of the sun Why the sun is essential Solar Energy

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The Sun as an Energy Source 3 Abundant Free Renewable Solar Energy

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Active Solar Energy Solar cells Solar panels Solar arrays 4 Solar Energy

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Passive Solar Energy Water heaters Greenhouses Solar ovens 5 Solar Energy

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