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What is the primary function of a penstock in a hydroelectric power system?
-A large pipe guiding water from the reservoir to the turbine. -Water enters the intake at the bottom of the reservoir and flows through this
How does a photovoltaic system differ from a traditional solar collector?
-Photovoltaic system- direct conversion of light into electricity -Solar collector- convert solar energy/radiation into electricitv/heat
What term is used to describe wind with various strengths over a long duration, and what is the term for short-duration, high-speed wind?
-Short-duration, high-speed wind is called gust. -long-duration wind with various strengths are referred either as breeze, gale, storm, or hurricane.
What does the SAN ROQUE DAM in the Philippines exemplify in the realm of hydroelectric power?
-largest hydroelectric dam in the Philippines with the height of 200 meters. -16" largest in the world - illustrates the practical application of hydroelectric principles on a large scale.
What is the main function of a turbine in a hydroelectric power system?
A device converting the energy from flowing water into mechanical energy
Which environmental issues are likely to arise if the production of biomass is not properly managed and sustainable agricultural practices are neglected?
It may lead to problems such as soil degradation, erosion, and desertification especially with the practice of monoculture. Irresponsible application of fertilizers may lead to nutrient loading in receiving water bodies, causing eutrophication and fish kills.
What does mantle convection describe in Earth's geology?
Mantle convection is the very slow creeping motion of Earth's solid silicate mantle as convection currents carry heat from the interior to the planet's surface. - describes the movement of the mantle as it transfers heat from the white hot core to the brittle lithosphere. The mantle is heated from below, cooled from above, and its overall temperature decreases over long periods of time
How can people capture geothermal energy for various applications?
People can capture geothermal energy through: Geothermal power plants, which use heat from deep inside the Earth to generate steam to make electricity. Geothermal heat pumps, which tap into heat close to the Earth's surface to heat water or provide heat for buildings.
How is geothermal heat utilized by people?
People use geothermal heat for bathing, for heating buildings, and for generating electricity
Where are Wind Farms typically built in onshore locations?
flat areas, usually near coastlines.
