Make a distinction between hydroelectricity and thermal electricity stating three points all are of distinction. What values are associated with using hydroelectricity ? -SST 10th

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Difference between hydroelectricity and thermal electricity: 1. Hydroelectricity uses running water to generate electricity while thermal electricity is made by burning fuels like coal and petroleum.  2. Hydroelectricity has a renewable source of energy while thermal electricity has a non-renewable source of energy.  3. Example of hydroelectric project in India: Bhakra Nangal

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