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solar pond [′sō·lər ′pänd] (mechanical engineering) A type of nonfocusing solar collector consisting of a pool of salt water heated by the sun; used either directly as a source of heat or as a power source for an electric generator. Also known as salt-gradient solar pond. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Israel said direct benefits would include energy production, cooling of thermal power stations en route, exploitation of shale oils, establishment of solar ponds on the Dead Sea, tourism and desalination of sea water. The company would not expect to begin construction of the additional solar ponds for at least two years. |
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