Question

What is the significance of thermal in thermal power generation?

• A. Fuel is burnt and heat is produced.
• B. Fuel is heated and then burnt.
• C. Thermal refers to thermometer.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Fuel is burnt and heat is produced.

In thermal power plant the fuel is burnt and then heat is produced. This heat produced is used as a source of energy which is converted into electric energy through several steps.