Hydroelectric dams work by Blocking the path of a water source to create an area with water held back by the dam. The dam can then be open to allow water to be released. The energy from moving water is used and transformed into Electrical energy. What type? What type of energy does the hydroelectric dam capture as the water passes through?

Question

A Nuclear energy
B Mechanical energy
C Light energy
D Sound energy

Answer 1

The correct answer is B Mechanical energy.

As water moves through the dam, its kinetic energy (the energy of motion) is transformed into mechanical energy when it turns turbines. This mechanical energy is then converted into electrical energy through generators.