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Solar Radiation

/ˈsoʊ.lər ˌreɪ.diˈeɪ.ʃən/noun
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Solar radiation refers to the electromagnetic energy emitted by the sun, encompassing a spectrum of waves from ultraviolet to infrared that travel through space to reach Earth. This energy powers photosynthesis in plants and drives global weather patterns, but in modern contexts, it's also a key resource for renewable energy technologies like solar panels, highlighting both its life-sustaining benefits and potential risks from overexposure.

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