How does electricity get from the power plant to your home?

How is electricity passed through a wire?
Last Answer : A wire contains mobile electrons as majority charge carriers and holes as minority charge carriers when an emf or potential diffrence is provided , electrons flow in opposite direction with holes(convection current flow)

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asked Mar 10, 2018 by anonymous

Why do you need a closed circuit for electricity to flow?

Why do you need a closed circuit for electricity to flow?
Last Answer : When the circuit is closed , a potential diffrence is realized between the two nodes connected .This causes flow of electrons and convection current.

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asked Mar 10, 2018 by anonymous

How does the electricity travel?

How does the electricity travel?
Last Answer : Electricity can only travel when there is a force pushing it. This force is called electromotive force. Take a look at a water pump. When you on it force(EMF)will be applied to the ... its specified destination. This same process is applied to electricity. EMF is required to start the process.

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How do we use nuclear energy to generate electricity?

How do we use nuclear energy to generate electricity?
Last Answer : nuclear energy is produce by nuclei of atom

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asked Mar 10, 2018 by anonymous

What are the basic requirements of locating wind power plant ?

What are the basic requirements of locating wind power plant ?
Last Answer : The basic requirements of locating wind power plant: 1) The site should be selected where winds are strong i.e. where pressure of wind is high and there is continuity. 2) Wind pressure ... the turbine which can affect the system's overall performance. 10)Possibility to connect to power grid.

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asked Aug 2, 2019 by anonymous

State elements of diesel electric power plant with their functions.

State elements of diesel electric power plant with their functions.
Last Answer : Elements of Diesel Power Plant with their function): 1) Diesel Engine: - This is the main component of the P.P. which develops mechanical power. 2) Engine air intake system: - Air ... fuel as per requirement. 10) Alternator: - Its function is to convert mechanical power into electrical power.

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asked Aug 2, 2019 by anonymous

State advantages of Pulverized coal w.r.t. thermal power plant.

State advantages of Pulverized coal w.r.t. thermal power plant.
Last Answer : Advantages of Pulverized coal w.r.t. thermal power plant. 1. Due to pulvarization amount of fuel required to produce same amount of heat reduces. 2. Time required for combution reduces ... of air and thorough mixing of air and fuel, very high-combustion temperatures can be attained.

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asked Aug 2, 2019 by anonymous

State the function of super heater of a thermal power plant.

State the function of super heater of a thermal power plant.
Last Answer : Function of Super heater: - Its function is to increase the temperature of steam by absorbing heat from exhausted hot flue gases.

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asked Aug 2, 2019 by anonymous

What are the criteria for selection of site for hydroelectric power plant?

What are the criteria for selection of site for hydroelectric power plant?
Last Answer : Following Factors to be kept while site selecting for Hydro power plant: 1. It should be located where high rain fall occurs. 2. A large catchments area must be available to store water. 3. It ... 12. Cost of land should be less. 13. Skilled and unskilled man power should be available nearby.

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asked Jul 24, 2019 by anonymous

Explain the function of different parts of a typical nuclear power plant with neat sketch.

Explain the function of different parts of a typical nuclear power plant with neat sketch.
Last Answer : Functions of each part of Nuclear power plant:- 1) Nuclear Reactor: In nuclear reactor the fuel rod of U235 is placed through which tremendous amount of heat energy is ... is mechanically coupled with steam turbine. 8) Alternator: It converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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asked Jul 24, 2019 by anonymous

With a neat diagram explain pumped storage hydro power plant.

With a neat diagram explain pumped storage hydro power plant.
Last Answer : Diagram of pumped storage hydro power plant: Explanation: In this power plant, generator is so designed that it Converts mechanical power into electrical power and also works as a ... helps in reducing a reserve capacity of PP as it provides additional power during peak load period.

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asked Jul 24, 2019 by anonymous

Draw a layout of a thermo-chemical based power plant.

Draw a layout of a thermo-chemical based power plant.
Last Answer : Layout of a thermo-chemical based power plant: In this process dry biomass fuels converted to produce gas ,liquid fuels or oil by thermo chemical conversion Thermo-Chemical conversion are of following ways:- 1. Direct combustion 2. Gasification 3. Pyrolysis

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With a neat diagram explain solar photovoltaic power plant.

With a neat diagram explain solar photovoltaic power plant.
Last Answer : Diagram of solar photovoltaic power plant : Explanation: Solar power plant consists of following components: 1. Photovoltaic cell panel: Its function is to convert sunrays directly into DC ... . 5. Step-up transformer: It step-up input voltage to utilization voltage e.g. 230V

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Why concentrating collectors are used in solar power plant.

Last Answer : Because of following advantages concentrating type collector are used in solar power plant: - 1. Temperature: Temperature obtained is high because absorber area is less and collector/reflector area ... results: As tracking system is used better results are obtain than flat type collector.

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asked Jul 24, 2019 by anonymous

List the types of turbine used in hydro power plant.

List the types of turbine used in hydro power plant.
Last Answer : Following types of turbine used in hydro power plant: 1.Pelton wheel 2.Francis Turbine 3.Kaplan Turbine 4.Propeller Turbine

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asked Jul 24, 2019 by anonymous

State why nuclear power plants are used as base load plants and diesel power plants as a peak load plant.

State why nuclear power plants are used as base load plants and diesel power plants as a peak load plant.
Last Answer : 1. Because of following points Nuclear power plant used as base load power plant:- 1. Nuclear power plants is very economical for producing bulk amount of electric power 2. Nuclear power plant is reliable ... . The plants can be put on load easily. 4. Diesel engines take less time to make OFF.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

State the advantages and disadvantages of hydroelectric power plant.

State the advantages and disadvantages of hydroelectric power plant.
Last Answer : Advantages of Hydroelectric power plant:- 1. There is no air pollution and other environmental problems. 2. The fuel (water) is available freely. 3. No fuel transportation cost so; there is ... , this can force the relocation of large numbers of riverside cities, towns, villages & people.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

Explain the nuclear chain reaction in a nuclear power plant.

Explain the nuclear chain reaction in a nuclear power plant.
Last Answer : Nuclear chain reaction in a nuclear power plant: If a slow moving neutron hits unstable heavy nucleus of nuclear fuel U235 or Pu239 , the neutron is absorbed, the nucleus splits into two more ... chain reaction can be controlled and desired heat energy can be obtained in nuclear power plant.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

Explain starting system in diesel electric power plant.

Explain starting system in diesel electric power plant.
Last Answer : Starting system in Diesel Electric Power Plant: It includes Storage battery, compressed air tanks, self-starter etc. The purpose of engine starting system is to rotate the engine initially while ... as Ammeters, Voltmeters, Wattmeters, Thermometers, Pressure gauges, Visible and audible alarm etc.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

Explain the procedure for disposal of nuclear power plant.

Explain the procedure for disposal of nuclear power plant.
Last Answer : Disposal of nuclear waste: The waste products by nuclear fission may be solid, liquid or gas. i) Solid harmful disposals are packaged as required and shipped to a burial site for disposal. ii) Liquids ... and tested. If the required limits are met, these will be released to atmosphere.

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State any two advantages and two disadvantages of nuclear power plant.

State any two advantages and two disadvantages of nuclear power plant.
Last Answer : Disadvantages of Nuclear Power Plant: - 1. The capital cost of Nuclear power plant is very high as compare to other power plant of same capacity. 2. The erection & ... material could be released into the environment. Causing extensive damage to the mankind,animals and environment.

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Explain fuel system and air intake system in diesel electric power plant.

Explain fuel system and air intake system in diesel electric power plant.
Last Answer : Fuel system and air intake system in diesel electric power plant : Fuel system: It consists of storage tank, strainers, fuel transfer pump and all day fuel tank. The fuel oil is supplied ... Filters are provided to remove dust particles from air which may act as abrasive in the engine cylinder.

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asked Sep 8, 2018 by anonymous

State any four advantages and four disadvantages of diesel electric power plant.

State any four advantages and four disadvantages of diesel electric power plant.
Last Answer : Advantages of Diesel electric power plant:- 1) The design and layout of Diesel electric power plant is simple. 2) It requires less space. 3) Time required for complete erection of diesel power plant is less ... . 9) The useful life is very short. 10) Availability of fuel in future may be limited.

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