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What is the main fuel used in thermal power stations?
The main fuel used in thermal power stations is coal. Other fuels that can be used include natural gas, oil, and biomass.
A radioactive fuel used in power stations?
Uranium :)
Coal is used as fuel to produce what?
in power stations to produce electricity,,,
Which type of alternator used in thermal power plant why?
Turbo Alternators are used in thermal power stations because of the steam energy to mechanical energy conversion turbo alternator is more effitient
Is solar energy currently being used?
Yes, in many places. See Wikipedia 1. List of solar thermal power stations 2. Photovoltaic power stations
What metal is used in nuclear power stations as fuel?
Uranium, plutonium, or thorium.
Is it true that coal and natural gas are the main fossil fuels used in nuclear power stations?
Fossil fuels are not used in nuclear power stations. Nuclear fuel is used (uranium)
What is used in atomic bombs?
Uranium which is a fuel is used in atomic bombs and in nuclear power stations.
What are the three fuels that are used in a power station?
The three primary fuels used in power stations are coal, natural gas, and nuclear fuel. Coal is a traditional fuel used in thermal power plants, while natural gas is increasingly favored for its efficiency and lower emissions. Nuclear power stations utilize uranium or plutonium as fuel for nuclear fission, generating substantial energy without greenhouse gas emissions during operation. Additionally, renewable sources like biomass, solar, and wind are gaining prominence in the energy mix.
What are the raw materials used in thermal power plants?
The raw materials used in thermal power plants primarily include coal, natural gas, and oil. These resources are burned to produce heat, which is used to generate steam that drives turbines to produce electricity. Other materials such as water and air are also essential for the operation of thermal power plants.
What is the most useful type of fuel used in factories and electric power stations?
Coal and bagasse
How many power stations does oil fuel in the uk?
As of 2021, there are around 40 power stations in the UK that use oil as a fuel source. These stations are primarily used as backup or peaking plants due to the higher cost and environmental impact of oil compared to other fuels.
