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title: What is a monocrystalline solar panel?
description: A monocrystalline solar panel is a type of solar panel that is made from a single silicon crystal. Monocrystalline panels are more efficient than polycrystalline panels, but they are also more expensive.
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updated: "2024-01-29"
category: Solar Panels
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# What is a monocrystalline solar panel?

A monocrystalline solar panel is a type of solar panel that is made from a single silicon crystal. Monocrystalline panels are more efficient than polycrystalline panels, but they are also more expensive.