Oh So Solar! Heliocentric Science Projects

Is your kid crazy about science? Check out this selection of advanced science projects that revolve around the sun.

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Efficient Solar Energy

Science fair project that examines learn how the angle of incidence affects the efficiency of solar panels. How does a solar cell work?

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Can You Cook Using Only Sunlight?

Bake some cookies with an oven that collects sunlight and traps the shorter wavelengths (heat!).

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Passive Solar Design

The objective of this project is to examine the ways in which a passive solar house may contribute to conservation of energy.

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What Direction Should Solar Panels Face?

What direction should solar panels face? It's not the direction you might think! This free and enlightening science fair project helps kids discover the answer.

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Oh So Solar! Heliocentric Science Projects

Efficient Solar Energy

Can You Cook Using Only Sunlight?

Passive Solar Design

What Direction Should Solar Panels Face?

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