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Water stored behind a dam is an example of what type of energy?
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∙ 14y ago
Water stored behind a dam is an example of potential energy (energy of position). As the water flows through the dam, some of the water's potential energy is converted into kinetic energy (energy of motion), which is typically further converted into electrical energy through the use of spinning magnets and coils of wire.
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Does the water stored behind a dam have kinetic energy before it is released?
Yes, water stored in a reservoir is an example of potential energy. Potential energy is defined as Energystored within a physical system as a result of the position or configuration of the different parts of that system. It has the potential to be converted into other forms of energy, such as Kinetic_energy, and to do Work_(physics) in the process. The water is stored in the reservoir and can be used to generate electricity.
Is a waterfall an example of mechanical energy?
From my understanding, yes. A waterfall is an example of potential gravitational energy and kinetic energy. The water is moving downstream at a fast pace (kinetic energy) and when reaching the drop off the water gains potential gravitational energy and drops towards the ground. Mechanical energy is a mix between Kinetic energy and any type of potential energy so yes, a waterfall is an example of Mechanical Energy.
How do dams provide energy?
It holds water behind it as potential energy. The difference in the pressure of the water between the reservoir and the turbine outlet make power. Some dams pump water back up behind the dam when power consumption is low.
How is hydroelectric energy stored and how is it released?
There are schemes where water is pumped up into a reservoir with pumps that can be reversed and become generators when peak power is required. There is one at Dinorwic inWales UK. Ofcourse any hydro scheme can include storage, the water stored in the reservoir is potential energy to be released when required.
What is an example of internal stimulus?
a example: A hot girl is so hot she wants to get in pool then she drinks water to get energy to get back in the pool and swim.
What are two ways energy can be stored?
Electrical energy can be stored in batteries. Water energy can be stored behind dams.
What is potintiel energy?
Potential energy is "stored energy" because of its position in space. For example, a car parked at the top of a hill, or the water behind a dam.
List three forms of stored energy?
A guess: glucose, gasoline, water stored behind the Hoover Dam.
Why is hydropower potential energy?
The potential energy in this system is the column of water stored behind the dam. This water has the potential to have its energy turned into electric power.
Where do you store hydro energy?
Hydro energy is stored as potential energy in the water build up behind the dams. When it becomes electrical energy it is not stored but fed into the grid to supply householders and factories.
What is water behind a dam?
standing surface waterfrom f.b
Is dam water an example for potential energy?
Yes. When u use the word potential energy,it means stored energy. A water being hold in the dam above ground contains stored gravitational potential energy.
Is hydroelectric energy is an example of using a kinetic energy?
Water is stored behind a dam and possesses potential energy. When it is released and made to run down conduits down the dam to turn turbines the potential energy is converted to kinetic energy which in turn is converted to electrical energy.
What are some example of potential energy?
Water stored in a dam is one. :)
What is the main source of energy for hydroelectricity?
Water. (There is a clue in the name). Hydroelectricity is created by the use of the potential energy in water stored behind a dam. Actually, water itself is not a source of energy, though the original answer is somewhat correct, that it is the potential energy of the water (due to its height) stored behind the dam, we must look at what energy source moved the water (against the force of gravity) to its height behind the dam, and that source is the radiant energy of the sun. With the exception of nuclear and geothermal, the sun provides the source of all energy used on earth. Tidal 'energy' is mainly the result of the Moon's gravitational pull and therefore is not dependent on the Sun.
Which heat is stored in water vapour?
The heat is stored in water vapour is latent heat.Latent heat describes energy that is not stored as the internal energy (i.e. temperature) of an object but in its phase state.For example, in the atmosphere heat that is transported by an air parcel that contains more water vapor than its surroundings. Because energy is needed to turn water into water vapor, water vapor is a way for a body to store energy (along with potential energy, kinetic energy, and sensible heat). If the water vapor is returned to a liquid or solid phase (by condensation or sublimation), the stored energy is released as sensible heat.
How is light energy stored?
A way that light energy is stored in plants and water.
