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Difference between photodiode and photovoltaic cell

Answer 1

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A photodiode is a semiconductor device that converts light into an electrical current. The current is generated when photons are absorbed in the photodiode. Photodiodes may contain optical filters, built-in lenses, and may have large or small surface areas. ... A photodiode is designed to operate in reverse bias.

A solar cell, or photovoltaic cell, is an electrical device that converts the energy of light directly into electricity by the photovoltaic effect, which is a physical and chemical phenomenon.

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Answer 2

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• Photovoltaic cells generate electricity by absorbing sunlight and using that light energy to create an electrical current.
• When light shines on the cell it creates an electric field across the layers causing electricity to flow.
• Photovoltaic Cell are used to produce electricity which powers a water pump, well etc.