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Solar energy forms the largest segment of the textbook, breaking down the entire physics of harvesting sunlight. Rai outlines the math behind solar capture using distinct operational segments:
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: One of the oldest and largest sources of renewable energy. Hydroelectric power plants convert the kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity. This can include large dam projects, run-of-the-river systems, and micro-hydro systems.
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