Question

describe the natural condition needed for the generation hydroelectricity

Answer 1

. Physical Factors:

The following physical conditions are necessary for the construction and success of hydro-electric plants:

(i) Regular and abundant supply of water or quantity of water;

(ii) Rugged topography or degree of slope;

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(iii) Existence of rapids and waterfalls;

(iv) Solid rock structure or geological stability for construction of dams;

(v) Suitable climate, i.e., temperature above freezing point;

(vi) Presence of lakes; and

(vii) Silt-free water, etc.

Among physical factors two prime

Answer 2

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$\implies$Hydro electricity is generated by using the energy of the falling water to rotate the turbines.

$\implies$The natural conditions required for generating hydro electricity are:—

1. Heavy rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year so that rivers maintain a constant flow.

2. High mountains so that rivers flow swiftly and absence of very cold winters so that rivers donot freeze.

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