SOLAR ENERGY
Opening: The author begins the writing piece with the quote, "From magnifying glasses to steam engines, scientists through the centuries have found innovative ways to harness the power of the sun. " An opening such as this, helps the reader easily relate something complicated and new-aged to items that he or she may handle or observe on a day-to-day basis.
Word Choice: " Solar power is more entrenched in European countries." - The author choses to use the word 'entrenched', instead of a common word such as established. This word choice makes the piece more interesting and unique.
Explanations: Because this article is more technical writing, rather than creative writing, there are many instances when certain word phrases are used which must be properly explained. For example the author explains what 'concentrating solar power' and 'photovoltaic panels' are so that the reader can easily follow along in the article.
Closing: I found it odd, but this article does not have a proper closing. The author ends the article with the sentence, "Solar energy is also used to heat water and pools — and of course a properly designed house will optimize the light and heat qualities of as it floods through the windows." I believe that any writing piece, no matter how scientific, should still contain a clever and interesting conclusion. Maybe the author could have suggested some ways that Solar Power could be our next major energy source.
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