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An overview of the semiconductor based photoelectrochemical (pec) cells for solar energy conversion is presented.pec cells are of two types: photoelectrolysis cells and photovoltaic cells. The principles involved, electrode and electrode/electrolyte interface characteristics, experimental methods of investigation and energy conversion efficiency are discussed in detail. Up-to-date data on variouspec cells are also presented and discussed.
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Aruchamy, A., Aravamudan, G. & Subba Rao, G.V. Semiconductor based photoelectrochemical cells for solar energy conversion—An overview. Bull. Mater. Sci. 4, 483–526 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02824960
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