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The whole idea of a "power station" is to produce energy. They need to get the energy from somewhere. Burning oil is one alternative to get their energy.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 7y agoOil is burnt to heat water so that it forms steam. The steam drives turbines which generate electricity.
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How do nuclear power stations operate?
Basically, all power stations adopt the same method to produce electricity. A turbine is caused torotate. A generator is attached to the shaft of the turbine. As the turbine turns, electricity is produced inthe generator. This electricity is sent out through transmission lines to a distribution station of theElectricity Board.In hydroelectric power stations, the turbine is turned by flowing water. In thermal power stations,steam is produced by heating water in a furnace which burns coal or oil. In nuclear power stations, thesteam is produced by the heat generated in the fission process.
What are the positive things about nuclear power stations?
Nuclear Power Stations produce electricity by using nuclear energy, without burning coal, gas or oil. Therefore there is minimum effect on the environment, it is a clean supply of energy. One byproduct is hydrogen which can also be used to produce fuel cells to be used in cars. All this will greatly relieve our dependence in imported oil.
Do power stations work with a wire and magnet?
Some power stations do work with a wire and magnet but some others don't.
How does the US get most of their energy?
For electricity, most from coal power stations (49 percent), natural gas (16 percent), and nuclear (19 percent). For transport, from oil.
Which country has the most power stations?
The USA
What r the 3 fuels that are burnt at power stations to generate electricity?
its oil,gas and coal thanks for reasing
What is good about using oil as fuel for heating and transport?
Transporting oil and gas to power stations is easyVery large amounts of electricity can be generated in one place, fairly cheaplyOil and gas can be burnt directly
What are the benefits of using oil as a fuel for heat and transport?
Transporting oil and gas to power stations is easyVery large amounts of electricity can be generated in one place, fairly cheaplyOil and gas can be burnt directlyalso you can transport oil to different churches so that they can use oil in the world
What is dark miniral used for fuel?
Either crude oil (which is black until refined into diesel and petrol, etc). Or coal that can be burnt in steam engines and coal-fired power stations, etc.
How do natural gas and oil to generate electricity?
In huge power stations. Natural gas and oil is pumped in and burnt, the heat released is used to super heat water to pressurized steam, this steam drives a turbine which drives a generator which produces electricity.
How many power stations does oil fuel in the uk?
less than 50 commercial power stations of more than 1 MW.
What two fuels are burned at power stations to create electricity?
Most power stations use steam to drive turbines connected to generators. Most fuels can be burnt, to provide the heat to generate steam. Choose two out of these:- 1. Oil 2. Gas 3. Coal 4. Peat 5. Bio mass (shredded wood)
Why is it simple to transport oil and gasoline to power stations?
oil and gasoline can flow through pipes.
Why is South Africa investing on gas-fired power stations?
South Africa is investing on gas-fired power stations because gas is a cheaper natural resource, it is efficient and does not produce a lot of pollution when it is burnt to generate electricity.
What r the symptoms of a manifold leak on a 1999 Toyota camery?
Water in the oil Burnt oil Oil in the water Loss of power.
What names of the non renewable energy are used in power stations are?
Oil and Coal.
Are hydroelectric as powerful as oil or coal stations?
Yes,once its used as much oil and coal power station
