What is the significance of thermal in thermal power generation?

Heat is produced by burning of fuel.

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Thermal refers to low temperature of operation.

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Thermal refers to thermometer.

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Thermal refers to measurement of air pressure.

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The correct option is A
Heat is produced by burning of fuel.

In thermal power plant the fuel is burnt and then heat is produced. That heat is used to boil water and then steam is used to turn steam turbines. The temperature of operation is high.

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