1. What is the primary process by which electric energy is generated in a power plant?
2. Which of the following energy sources is considered renewable and environmentally friendly?
3. Why is nuclear power considered highly efficient but also risky?
Generator — principle?
Electromagnetic induction from moving magnet and coil
Electric energy — how produced?
Mechanical energy converted via generators
Main energy sources?
Thermal, hydroelectric, wind, solar, nuclear
Electric energy — source?
Movement of electrons via generators.
Generators — role?
Convert mechanical energy to electrical energy.
Electromagnetic induction — occurs when?
Magnet moves relative to coil.
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