"Solar-powered" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Powered or operated by the energy of the sun, typically through the use of solar panels or photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into electricity.
The new solar-powered bike requires no fossil fuels, promoting eco-friendly transportation.
The company invested in solar-powered generators to provide electricity during the power outage.
The solar-powered calculator is a great tool for taking notes in class without draining the battery.
The solar-powered house in the desert uses the sun's rays to heat the water and power the lights.
The solar-powered devices on the satellite help maintain communication between the Earth and the space station.
The word "solandri" is a name that refers to the moon of Jupiter, designated as a retrograde irregular satellite.
Solanezumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody that was being developed by Eli Lilly and Company for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. It targets amyloid beta, a protein fragment that is associated with the disease. The drug was tested in phase III clinical trials but failed to slow cognitive decline in patients with mild Alzheimer's disease.
Solanine is a glycoalkaloid poison found in the Solanaceae plant family, which includes potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, and other nightshade plants. It is a potential toxic compound that can accumulate in these plants when they undergo stress, such as during periods of drought or physical damage. While generally considered relatively rare in food sources, solanine has been known to build up in certain potato varieties, leading to a bitter or unpleasant taste and potential health issues if consumed in large amounts. Its usage is largely limited to agricultural settings and toxicological studies, rather than industrial or household applications.
Solapur is a city in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The name "Solapur" is derived from the Kannada language words "sol", meaning "sun", and "pur", meaning "city". Therefore, the name Solapur literally means "City of the Sun".<br><br>Solapur is known for its textiles, cotton mills, and agricultural production, and has a rich cultural heritage.
The word "solar" refers to relating to or derived from the sun. It can also refer to other forms of energy or power that are generated from the sun's rays.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The solar-powered panel is a great way to generate electricity for your home.<br> The solar eclipse was a rare and awe-inspiring event to witness.<br> The solar system consists of eight planets, including Earth.<br><br>Synonyms: sun-related, photovoltaic, heliospheric<br><br>Antonyms: lunar, terrestrial<br><br>Etymology: From the Latin word "sol", meaning sun.
Solarian refers to something related to or characteristic of the Sun. The term can be found in various contexts:<br><br>1. Solarian in Fantasy Fiction: In fantasy fiction, specifically in the science fiction works of authors such as Isaac Asimov, a "Solarian" has come to refer to an inhabitant of the Sun (based on the hypothetical concept that the Sun could be habitable if protected by sufficient technology).<br><br>2. Star Trek: In the Star Trek universe, the Solarians are an intelligent, human-like species originating from the Sun. They appear in A Battle by Any Other Name (Star Trek: Enterprise), an alternate story by Eleanora M. Errante found on the internet.
The verb "solarise" is a variant of the word "solarize" which means to process photographic film using a special machine called a solariser, where the bright areas of the image are left unchanged, while the dark areas gradually turn gray. It's often used to create distinctive, high-contrast images.