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It just plain wouldn't make it. The voltage drop across the lines would be far too great. Instead, they send it down the lines at between 100kV and 800kV, stepping it down at various points along the way.

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Who built the first AC generating plant?

George Westinghouse


When the voltage of the electric current produced by a generating plant is lower than the voltage of the current carried by transmission lines?

Yes, that's because the voltage output of an alternator is restricted by the number of windings that can be slotted into its armature, restricting its output voltage to just 25-30 kV, which is far too low for transmission purposes.


Is it true that the current supply from electric power generating plants is an alternating current?

Yes, it is true that current supply from generating plants is an alternating current. There is no success found in bulk power generation of direct current ( D.C. ) in a power plant. But yes it is possible to transmit the power in the form of direct current ( High Voltage Direct Current Transmission-HVDC Transmission ) that possible after converting the generated alternating current into direct current with the help of high range converters.


Factor choosing type of power plant?

Not all power plants are the same, either in purpose or in how they are operated. In the electric utility industry, there are three main types of power plants, categorized according to the functions they perform. Electric utilities really need all three types of generating plants to make sure that they can adequately meet the needs of their customers. Environmental & Ecological Toxicology along with Environmental Health, is an issue well discused. We need more security and waste manegent to make them a choice of more people.


What machine make electricity?

Some machines that make electricity are:generatoralternatorthermo-electric generatorbatterysolar cellsetc.

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Electric current from a generating plant is?

Electric current from a generating plant is typically alternating current (AC), which flows back and forth in a rapid and regular manner. This AC current is then transmitted through power lines to homes and businesses for use in electrical appliances and devices.


What is electric current from a generating plant called?

Electric current from a generating plant is typically referred to as electricity or power. It is the flow of electric charge through a conductor, such as wires, that can be utilized to power various devices and systems.


What is a power plant?

A power station (also referred to as a generating station, power plant, powerhouse or generating plant) is an industrial facility for the generation of electric power.


John J McDonough Steam-Electric Generating Plant address?

The John J. McDonough Steam-Electric Generating Plant is located at 12701 South Doty Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60617.


How many people are employed at plant Daniel?

There are approximately 400 people employed at Plant Daniel, an electric generating facility in Mississippi.


When was Lake Zumbro Hydroelectric Generating Plant created?

Lake Zumbro Hydroelectric Generating Plant was created in 1919.


What are the procedures on how to use a power plant?

the power plant is the most electric generating power it using on very careful manner that water supplement of cool must provider using as turbine of main component the power plant is used.


What is coal ash?

I assume that by the name that would be the leftover ash from a coal fire (such as from a coal powered electric generating plant) mixed with water to form a slurry.


When the two bulb are in place what happen why?

Plant bulbs or electric light bulbs? More information is needed.


What is the difference between a plant and a generating station?

A plant is a manufacturing establishment, factory, or mill which produces goods. A generating station specifically generates power.


How does tidal electric power plant work?

A tidal electric power plant works by harnessing the energy from the natural rise and fall of ocean tides. Turbines are placed underwater and are turned by the movement of the tidal currents. This motion generates electricity that can be transmitted to the grid for use.


What is electric current from the generating plant?

It is alternating current (AC). AC is used because it is easy to transform the voltage up for transmission over long distances, and down again for consumers.