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Description : 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. 

Description : Explain working of pumped storage plant.

Last Answer : Working of pumped storage hydroelectric power plant:-  It consists of head water pond (reservoir) and tail water pond by constructing a dam at tail race path. Tail water pond and head water pond ... as centrifugal pump. Raising the water from tail water pond to head water pond through penstock.