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प्रश्न
Complete the table.
| Advantages of hydroelectric power plant | Disadvantage of hydroelectric power plant |
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उत्तर
| Advantages of hydroelectric power plant | Disadvantage of hydroelectric power plant |
| i. No fuel is burnt in a hydroelectric power plant. Thus, no air pollution due to combustion of fuel occurs. | i. Villages, towns, forests may submerge due to back-water caused by the storage of water in dams. This leads to forced migration of the living population in that area. |
| ii. Electricity can be generated whenever required if the dam has sufficient water storage. | ii. The obstruction of the flow of river water may have adverse effect on the living world in the river. |
| iii. During rainy season, the water in the water reservoirs can be replenished and used for power generation. |
संबंधित प्रश्न
Write the energy conversion that takes place in a hydropower plant.
Flowing water can rotate a turbine. Which type of energy is used up by the turbine?
What is the difference between a thermal power plant and a hydro power plant?
How has the traditional use of energy of flowing water been modified for our convenience?
State two advantages of producing hydroelectricity.
State two disadvantages of producing hydroelectricity.
The harnessing of which of the following leads to the destruction of large eco-systems?
(a) thermal power
(b) tidal power
(c) hydro power
(d) geothermal power
What is common between the sun and a hydrogen bomb?
Describe how hydro-energy can be converted into electrical energy.
Write any two limitations of hydro-energy.
Explain the difference between conventional and non-conventional sources of energy.
What are the advantages of hydroelectric power generation ?
Observe the given diagram and answer the questions.
- Which type of energy is generated?
- This power station depends on which factors?
- Is it environment friendly?
Complete the following flow chart.
Hydropower plants are located in the ____________.
In a hydropower plant:
Choose the correct statement.
In a hydroelectric power plant more electrical power can be generated if water falls from a greater height because
