Electricity Generation Flashcards

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Law of theromodynamics

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a basic law of nature that energy is
conserved. The total energy of the universe remains constant.

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2 law of thermodynamics

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In an isolated system, total entropy
keeps constant (ideal cases). In real processes (even spontaneous
process), the total entropy of the system and its surroundings increases

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3
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electriity storage

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Thermal energy storage
Electrochemical batteries
Pumped Hydroelectric storage
Compressed air energy storage

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4
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Power plant

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A power station, also referred to as a
power plant and sometimes
generating station or generating
plant, is an industrial facility for the
generation of electric power.
* Power stations are generally
connected to an electrical grid

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5
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Electric Generator

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In electricity generation, a generator is a
device that converts motive power
(mechanical energy) into electrical power
for use in an external circuit.

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thermal power stations

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In thermal power stations mechanical power is produced by a heat engine that transforms thermal energy , often from combustion of a fuel into rotational energy

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