From below what is used to generate electricity in thermal power plants?
A
Fossil Fuels
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B
Water
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C
Solar energy
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D
Nuclear energy
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Solution
The correct option is A Fossil Fuels Fossil fuels like coal are used for energy generation in thermal power plants. Water is converted to steam by burning the fuel and the steam in turn is used to rotate the turbine for energy production.