Question

How do energy transformations occur in a hydroelectric plant?


The potential energy of water is converted to mechanical energy by a turbine.


The kinetic energy of water is converted by a dam into potential energy.


The kinetic energy of water is converted by a generator into electric energy.


The potential energy of water is converted by a transformer into electric energy.

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is #3: The kinetic energy of water is converted by a generator into electric energy.

Explanation:

Hydropower plants capture the energy of falling water to generate electricity. A turbine converts the kinetic energy of falling water into mechanical energy. Then a generator converts the mechanical energy from the turbine into electrical energy.