Question

guided practice a device that produces electricity directly from solar energy is called ______. a. a solar battery b. an active heating system c. a collector plate d. a photovoltaic cell

Explanation:

A photovoltaic cell converts solar energy directly into electricity through the photovoltaic effect. A solar battery stores solar-generated electricity (does not produce it directly), an active heating system uses solar energy for heat, and a collector plate captures solar heat, not electricity.

Answer:

D. a photovoltaic cell