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Question
Explain with diagram step-by-step energy conversion in Solar thermal power plant.
Solution
Following energy conversion takes place in the solar thermal power plant:
Thermal energy ⇒ kinetic energy in steam ⇒ kinetic energy in turbine ⇒ Electrical energy.
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