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How long does it take for a hydro electric dam to generate 10000 gigawatts?
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∙ 10y ago
It depends on how much the grid is loaded that the dam's generators supply. The heavier the grid load the shorter the time frame to reach the load specified. Likewise the lighter the grid load the longer the time frame to reach the specified load.
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IS hydro electric power used in dams?
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