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Multiple choice geography irrigation and power generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

The power generated from the heat in the interior of the earth is called _______________.

  1. nuclear power

  2. thermal power

  3. solar power

  4. geothermal power
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Geothermal energy refers to the heat and electricity produced by using the heat from the interior of the Earth. Geothermal energy exists because, the Earth grows progressively hotter with increasing depth. Where the geothermal gradient is high, high temperatures are found at shallow depths.

Multiple choice geography secondary sector : industry generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals irrigation and power

What is the dereliction of mines?

  1. Abandoning of the mines

  2. Continued use of mines

  3. Partial suspension of mining activities

  4. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dereliction in the context of mining refers to the abandonment of mine sites after operations have ceased. This often leaves the land in a degraded state without proper reclamation.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

In which of the following countries thermal electricity is used at large scale?

  1. U.S.A

  2. Japan

  3. Europe

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Thermal electricity, primarily generated from coal, is a major energy source globally. The USA, Japan, and European nations all rely heavily on thermal power plants for their electricity needs.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

What is the share of thermal electricity in the total production of electricity in India?

  1. 90%

  2. 80%

  3. 70%

  4. 40%
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Thermal power remains the dominant source of electricity in India. While the specific percentage varies based on the reporting year, 70 percent is a commonly cited figure for its share in the total energy mix.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

On which river, Kadana hydroelectric power station is located?

  1. Mahi

  2. Narmada

  3. Tapi

  4. Sabarmati
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Explanation

Kadana Dam is an earthen and masonry dam on the Mahi River in Mahisagar district of Gujarat, India. The dam was constructed between 1979 and 1989. The dam supports a pumped-storage hydroelectric power-station.

Multiple choice geography irrigation and power generation of electricity exploration and conservation of minerals secondary sector : industry

On which river, Sardar Sarovar hydroelectric power station is located?

  1. Mahi

  2. Narmada

  3. Tapi

  4. Sabarmati
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a gravity dam on the Narmada river near Navagam, Gujarat in India. Four Indian states, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Rajasthan, receive water and electricity supplied from the dam.