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Question 12
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An environmental research outpost in a remote region plans to run entirely on solar energy. The researchers intend to install solar panels on the flat roof of their laboratory.

The table below shows the technical specifications and energy requirements:

SpecificationValue
Surface area of one solar panel2.25 m2
Usable flat roof area54 m2
Maximum daily electrical energy output of one solar panel14.5 kWh
Daily electrical energy demand of the outpost319 kWh

Explain whether the energy needed by the outpost can be generated using only these solar panels. Use calculations based on the data provided and your physical knowledge of solar power generation to support your answer.

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