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A hydroelectric power plant produces energy from flowing water.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Concept of Hydroelectric Power:** - A hydroelectric power plant generates electricity by converting the energy of flowing water into electrical energy. 2. **Water Reservoir:** - Water is collected in a reservoir, which acts as a storage for potential energy. This stored water is at a height, giving it potential energy due to gravity. ...
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