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What are the advantages of hydroelectric power generation? Also mention its disadvantage if it exists.

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(1) Hydroelectric energy dies not cause pollution.
(2) Generation of hydroelectric energy does not involave burning of fossil fuel.
(3) If sufficient water storege is availabke then electricity generation can be done as per requirement.
(4) Rainwater can replenish the water storage and power generation can be thus be done uninterrupted.
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