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In a hydroelectric power plant, which energy is finally converted into electrical energy?
ASolar energy
BPotential energy of water
CNuclear energy
DWind energy
✓ Correct Answer: B — Potential energy of water
The potential energy of water stored in dams is converted to kinetic energy of falling water, which then turns turbines to generate electricity.
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