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Technically yes....water is used in steam power generation, nuclear (cooling the reactor), gas turbine (again cooling), and obviously hydro. Perferably, no. Salt is very coerosive, causing the life of the plant to decrease. The water cycles vary by the plant type and location, but you can expect most directly involved in power generation to be closed purified systems. Technically yes....water is used in steam power generation, nuclear (cooling the reactor), gas turbine (again cooling), and obviously hydro. Perferably, no. Salt is very coerosive, causing the life of the plant to decrease. The water cycles vary by the plant type and location, but you can expect most directly involved in power generation to be closed purified systems.
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∙ 11y agoTidal power is an example of seawater used in power generation.
Hydro power can be used produce energy from water, not only at dams in rivers, but also in the ocean.
Power generators that use the water flow from tidal movement exist and more are being built around the world.
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Hydro power is produced from water moving. Not necessarily falling. Water moves from side to side, in and out of ports and even up and down slopes. Water movement is used all over the world to power generators mounted on the sea floor. Tidal hydro generation is a common fixture on South Pacific islands that are isolated from larger infrastructure. The key to problem solving with limited resources is to focus on what is available and abundant, NOT what is lacking from existing solutions.
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∙ 12y agoIt should run through salt water with less resistance, so "better" than fresh water, because of the presence of Ions. which permit the flow of electricity in solutions.
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Is saltwater a condutor or insulator?
It conducts electricity. REALLY good conductor.
How was electricity dicovered?
Electricity is an important aspect of life. The earliest record of bioelectricity(a form of electricity) dates back to 1791 by Luigi Galvani.
Does the Crist power plant produce electricity by burning coal to create steam to power a turbine?
Yes the James F. Crist Generating Plant located in Pensacola, Florida burns coal to both heat and turn water into steam which is used to turn a turbine connected to an electrical generator which produces the electricity. It's total generating capacity is 970,000 KW, and it has four (4) generating units.
Why would seawater be a better conductor of electricity than river water?
Water is actually a weak insulator and does not transmit current well unless it has ions in it, like saltwater does. Seaweeds are limited in their abilities to conduct electricity per se, but as they come from saltwater, the salts still present on their "leaves" conduct relatively well.
Why is electricity not a fuel?
Any fuel converts chemical potential energy contained in the fuel into some other form of energy such as heat to make electricity. Electricity is not a substance so contains no chemical potential energy.
What is Kenya Electricity Generating Company's population?
Kenya Electricity Generating Company's population is 1,600.
When was Central Electricity Generating Board created?
Central Electricity Generating Board was created in 1957.
How do electricity generating boards measure electricity?
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When was Kenya Electricity Generating Company created?
Kenya Electricity Generating Company was created on 1998-10-02.
What are the benefits of dams?
generating electricity
What are the uses for coal?
For generating electricity
What is the electricity that is produced at generating?
Station
Why were nuclear electricity generating plants set up?
To generate electricity.
Can saltwater conduct electricity?
Yes, you silly.
Which fuels are generating electricity in Tanzania?
iii
What is the purpose of generating electricity?
Electrical generators usually are used to generate electricity.
Which is the best source of generating electricity in India from the viewpoint of sustainable development?
Hydro electricity
