Generation, transmission and distribution of energy

Front

Where is electricity generated?

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power station

Front

What type of current do generators normally produce?

Back

Alternating current

Front

What do step-up transformers do?

Back

increase the voltage

Front

What kind of transformer is used to raise the voltage?

Back

step-up

Front

Transformers on distribution poles .............. voltage for use in homes.

Back

step down

Front

If the current is transmitted at high voltage...

Back

less energy is lost

Front

Renewable energy sources can best be defined as

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resources that will regenerate in a generation or less

Front

What is the advantage of electricity transmission at high voltage?

Back

Reduce the heat dissipated in the electrical cable

Front

Electricity is sent over ............... transmission lines.

Back

high voltage

Front

Transmission ................ carry the transmission lines

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pylons