At hydroelectric power plant, electricity is generated from:

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Wind

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Water

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The correct option is D
Water

At hydroelectric power plant, electricity is generated from water, where water is dropped from heights on turbines so as to rotated them and generate electricity.

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At hydroelectric power plant, electricity is generated from:

The correct option is D WaterAt hydroelectric power plant, electricity is generated from water, where water is dropped from heights on turbines so as to rotated them and generate electricity.

The correct option is D
Water

At hydroelectric power plant, electricity is generated from water, where water is dropped from heights on turbines so as to rotated them and generate electricity.