Question

Lucas makes a graphic organizer to compare ways electrical energy is produced.


Which labels belong in the regions marked X and Y?

X: Uses turbines to turn generators
Y: Boils water to form steam
X: Boils water to form steam
Y: Uses turbines to turn generators
X: Uses uranium
Y: Uses falling water to turn turbines
X: Uses generators to produce electrical energy
Y: Burns fuel to form steam

Answer 1

X: Uses turbines to turn generators
Y: Boils water to form steam

Explanation: Both types use turbines and generators to make electricity (overlap X). The process of boiling water to make steam is specific to steam (thermal) plants, so it belongs in Y.