Power Plants: Working Principles and Types
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What is the purpose of a power plant?

  • To supply power to homes
  • To convert primary energy to secondary energy (correct)
  • To generate energy
  • To convert electrical energy to mechanical energy
  • Why are power plants often located in suburban areas?

  • Because of the easy access to transportation
  • Because of the low demand for electricity
  • Because of the proximity to cities and load centers
  • Because of the availability of land and water (correct)
  • What is the exception to the use of generators in power plants?

  • Thermal power plants
  • Nuclear power plants
  • Hydroelectric power plants
  • Solar power plants (correct)
  • What is the relationship between energy consumption and standard of living?

    <p>Energy consumption increases with increasing standard of living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying principle of energy transformation in power plants?

    <p>Energy can be transformed from one form to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary determinant of the energy source utilized to turn the generator shaft?

    <p>Fuel type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of transformer switchyards in power plants?

    <p>To raise the transmission voltage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primary energy?

    <p>Energy available as natural resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of studying each of the energy metrics individually?

    <p>To identify options to reduce inefficiencies in the energy system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last stage of the energy transformation process?

    <p>Useful energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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