Asked by Jordan Thornhill on May 07, 2024
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The light sensor shown would be classified as a: 
A) solar cell.
B) photoconductive cell.
C) photovoltaic cell.
D) all of these.
Solar Cell
A device that converts light into electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect, commonly used in solar panels for power generation.
Photovoltaic Cell
A type of electrical device that converts the energy of light directly into electricity by the photovoltaic effect.
- Comprehend the function of photoelectric and fiber optic sensors in identifying presence, distance, and additional parameters.
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Zybrea KnightMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The light sensor shown is a photoconductive cell, which means it changes its resistance based on the amount of light it is exposed to. Solar cells and photovoltaic cells both generate a voltage when exposed to light, but the light sensor shown does not appear to have this capability. Therefore, the best choice is B, photoconductive cell. Choice D is not correct because the light sensor does not appear to be a solar cell or photovoltaic cell.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the function of photoelectric and fiber optic sensors in identifying presence, distance, and additional parameters.