How does the sun's energy affect Earth's atmosphere?
FIGURE 6
Earth's atmosphere is a system made up of
many different parts.
Communicate In the space below, draw
a picture or a diagram that helps you under-
stand the relationship between the concepts
in the word bank. Explain your diagram to
a classmate.

What is the stated main idea in the paragraph? solar power uses the sun to make energy. special panels are placed in the sunlight. these panels turn the sun’s energy into electricity. on cloudy days, the panels cannot make electricity because there is not enough sunlight. therefore, solar power is not useful in some places. a. solar power uses the sun to make energy. b. special panels are placed in the sunlight. c. on cloudy days, the panels cannot make electricity because there is not enough sunlight. d. these panels turn the sun’s energy into electricity