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    How do we convert hydro energy into electrical energy?

    Question #101073. Asked by bikoz. (Nov 17 08 5:45 AM)


    Jafato

    		Electrical generators are attached to massive turbine devices which spin at great speeds as a result of water rushing through them.

    http://www.electricityforum.com/hydroelectricity.html



    Nov 17 08, 6:14 AM
    deepakmr

    		Hydro electricity is produced by turbine blades that are acted upon by flowing water, produced by hydroelectric dams or tidal forces.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydro-electricy

    Nov 17 08, 6:22 AM

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