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Q.

In a hydroelectric power plant, more electrical power can be generated if water falls from a greater height because :

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a

More water molecules dissociate into ions.

b

A larger amount of potential energy is converted into the kinetic energy of water.

c


Its temperature increases.

d

The electricity content of water increases with height.

answer is B.

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Detailed Solution

In a hydroelectric power plant, if height is increased, potential energy stored in the water is also increased. 

Therefore, a larger amount of potential energy is converted into kinetic energy of water which means more electric energy will be generated.

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In a hydroelectric power plant, more electrical power can be generated if water falls from a greater height because :