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An introduction to energy resources
An introduction to energy resources

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Figure 1.13 Basic principles of electricity generation. (a) A schematic generator. (b) A water wheel is a form of turbine, in this case used to lift water for irrigation. (c) The blades of a modern steam turbine with its casing removed.

 6.2 Storing and transporting energy