Do all radiations work on solar panels?

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Lets say you make a huge laser , can i work on Solar Panels to convert it to electrical energy.
 
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Photovoltaic cells can use some frequency ("color") range only. If the laser is within this range, they can work. However, keep in mind that this is just a way to transfer energy with significant losses - you need more energy to power the laser than the cells will give you.
 
Karimspencer said:
Lets say you make a huge laser , can i work on Solar Panels to convert it to electrical energy.

Even a simple incandescent and fluorescent lamp will work. See "solar" powered pocket calculators. They work indoors too, don't they?