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Instrument used to measure direct beam of solar irradiance is called ____________(a) Pyranometer(b) Net radiometer(c) Gardon gauge(d) PyrheliometerThis question was addressed to me in examination.My question is from Solar Radiation Measurement topic in section Solar Energy of Energy Engineering

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Correct answer is (d) Pyrheliometer

To EXPLAIN I WOULD say: A Pyrheliometer is the DEVICE USED to MEASURE direct beam solar irradiance. Sunlight enters the instrument through a window and is directed onto a thermopile which converts heat to an electrical signal that can be recorded.



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