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What is the primary source of chemical energy in thermal power...
What is the primary source of chemical energy in thermal power plants?
Options
- AWater
- BFossil fuels
- CHigh-pressure steam
- DGalvanic cells
Correct answer
B. Fossil fuels
Step-by-step solution
Production of electricity by thermal plants is not a very efficient method and is a major source of pollution. In such plants, the chemical energy (heat of combustion) of fossil fuels (coal, gas or oil) is first used for converting water into high pressure steam.