A closed conduct or barrel used used for supplying water under high pressure to a turbine to generate electricity is called __________________?
Correct answer: B. Penstock
- A. A tunnel
- B. Penstock
- C. Chute
- D. Syphon
Explanation
A penstock is a closed pressure conduit that carries water to a turbine in a hydropower installation. Tunnels and chutes do not specifically denote this high-pressure turbine conduit.
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