The energy that cells get from the sun is called solar energy.

Here's a breakdown:

* Sunlight: The sun emits light and heat, which contains energy.

* Photosynthesis: Plants and some algae use a process called photosynthesis to capture the sun's energy and convert it into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

* Cellular Respiration: Organisms then break down this glucose through cellular respiration to release energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which cells use for various functions.

So, while cells don't directly absorb "solar energy" themselves, they ultimately rely on the energy captured from the sun through the processes of photosynthesis and cellular respiration.