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Degradation of energy is

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Gradual decrease of useful energy

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Gradual increase of useful energy

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Sudden increase of useful energy

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All of the above

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The correct option is A Gradual decrease of useful energy
Degradation of energy is defined as the situation where the transformation of energy into any forms results in its less availability to do the said work. Hence, it is gradual decrease of useful energy.

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