Gather information about a power plant near your locality by vising the plant
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Explanation:
Most power stations contain one or more generators which means a rotating machine which converts the mechanical power into electrical power. Most power stations burn fossil fuels like coal, gas to generate electricity. Electricity is generated in power plants so, it is also known as generating station.
Power Plant -
A Power Plant is also referred to as Power Station or Power house. It is the station which generates electricity. Most power stations contain one or more generators which means a rotating machine that converts the mechanical power into electrical power.
Most power stations burn fossil fuels like coal, gas to generate electricity. Electricity is generated in power plants so, it is also known as generating station.
Types of Power Plants -
1) Conventional Power Plants.
2) Non-Conventional Power Plants.
1) Conventional Power Plants
a) Fossil fuel power plants that generate electricity by burning fuels like natural gas, coal.
b) Nuclear Power Plants which controlled nuclear reactions are maintained to generate electricity.
c) Hydroelectric Power Plants - Electricity is produced by building dams on rivers.
2) Non-Conventional Power Plants -
a) Wind Power Plants - kinetic energy is used to generate electricity.
b) Solar Power Plants - Electricity is produced by collecting solar radiation.
c) Geothermal Power Plants - These plants use the natural heat which found in the deep levels of the earth to produce electricity.
d) Biomass Power Plants - Electricity is generated by burning the natural organic matter.