Solar power is key for meeting net-zero targets, but how can we find space to build more solar panels? Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.
❓❓❓This week’s question:
Which ancient Greek philosopher was responsible for using reflected sunlight to burn Roman ships attacking the city of Syracuse?
a) Archimedes
b) Socrates
c) Pythagoras
Listen to the programme to hear the answer.
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Vocabulary:
✔️canopy - a cover fixed over an object such as a bed or car to provide shelter or decoration
✔️enticing - attractive because it offers advantages or pleasures
✔️in the near future - very soon; at a time not very far away
✔️on and off - occasionally; from time to time
✔️(prices have) tumbled - decreased quickly in a short time
✔️economically feasible - describes a business or project where the economic advantages achieved are greater than the economic costs
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