How is hydro power turned to energy?

Anonymous

∙ 10y ago

Updated: 8/21/2019

In hydro power the water from a dam is channeled through narrow down facing tunnels where it spins turbine wheels. These wheels axles are connected to electrical generators which make electricity.

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∙ 10y ago

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Is hydro power chemical energy?

No, hydro-power comes from moving water so it is kinetic energy.

Where does hydro power get its energy?

Hydro is Latin for water so hydro power gets its energy from water. It's often powered by a waterwheel.

What is the meaning of hydro energy power plant?

hydro electric power plant

What is the source of hydro power energy a model for school?

Hydro energy is energy made by water.

How do you obtain hydro power energy?

hydro power energy can simply be generatelly from the water, rivers or steams system

Is hydro energy and hydro power the same?

Basically, yes.

What is a hydro-electracity?

hydro-electricity is water power of energy

Is geothermal energy more expensive than hydro power?

Yes, geothermal energy is more expensive than hydro power

What type of energy has hydro power?

Hydro power has potential gravitational energy. Gravity will move the water. Moving water has kinetic energy.It is also renewable energy.

What are the 2 sources of energy?

hydro power, solar power

How much of our energy is hydro-power?

19%

What is the form of energy in hydro power?

potential energy converted to kinetic energy