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An 800 MW electric power plant has an efficiency of 30%. It loses its waste heat in large cooling towers. Approximately how much waste heat is discharged per second?"
An 800 MW electric power plant
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In summary, an 800 MW electric power plant with an efficiency of 30% loses waste heat in large cooling towers. The amount of waste heat discharged per second can be calculated by converting MW into heat units.
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Thankful_LV said:
Always nice to see this.
But if it's 30% efficient, what does that mean?
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Welcome to PF!
Hi Thankful_LV ! Welcome to PF!
Hint: MW are electric units.
How do you convert them into heat units?
Thankful_LV said:
Hi Thankful_LV ! Welcome to PF!
Hint: MW are electric units.
How do you convert them into heat units?
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Thankful_LV, don't be a zhirgo galvas, my dear Livonian friend!
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Irid said:
Isn't that the name of a beautiful nebula? - #6
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tiny-tim said:
Indeed it is! That's exactly what I had in mind.
Related to An 800 MW electric power plant
1. What is the purpose of an 800 MW electric power plant?
An 800 MW electric power plant is designed to generate electricity on a large scale for use in homes, businesses, and industries. It converts various forms of energy (such as thermal, nuclear, or renewable) into electrical energy that can be distributed and used to power devices and appliances.
2. How much electricity can an 800 MW electric power plant produce?
An 800 MW electric power plant can produce 800 million watts of electricity per hour. This is enough to power approximately 600,000 homes or a large industrial complex.
3. How does an 800 MW electric power plant work?
An 800 MW electric power plant typically works by using a turbine to convert the energy from a heat source (such as burning coal, natural gas, or nuclear reactions) into mechanical energy. The mechanical energy is then used to turn a generator, which produces electricity. The electricity is then sent to a transformer to increase the voltage for distribution.
4. What are the environmental impacts of an 800 MW electric power plant?
The environmental impacts of an 800 MW electric power plant can vary depending on the type of energy source used. For example, a coal-fired power plant may produce air and water pollution, while a nuclear power plant may produce radioactive waste. However, advancements in technology and regulations have reduced the environmental impacts of power plants in recent years.
5. How long does it take to build an 800 MW electric power plant?
The construction time for an 800 MW electric power plant can vary depending on various factors such as the location, type of energy source, and regulatory approval processes. Generally, it can take anywhere from 3 to 5 years to build a new power plant, but this can be longer for larger or more complex plants.
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