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In a hydropower plant,

A

Potential energy possessed by stored water is converted into electricity

B

Kinetic energy possessed by stored water is converted into potential energy

C

Electricity is extracted from water

D

Water is converted into steam to produce electricity.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Hydropower Plants**: - A hydropower plant generates electricity by using the potential energy of stored water, typically in a dam or reservoir. 2. **Potential Energy of Water**: - The water stored at a height possesses potential energy due to gravity. This energy is calculated using the formula: \[ ...
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