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Passive solar energy systems

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Solar energy systems that absorb heat directly from the sun without mechanical or electric equipment; energy cannot be collected or stored.

AP course connection

Topic 6.8: 6.8 Solar Energy

Unit 6

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