Water turbine

A water turbine is a rotary engine that takes energy from moving water.

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Water turbines were developed in the nineteenth century and were widely used for industrial power prior to electrical grids. Now they are mostly used for electric power generation. They harness a clean and renewable energy source.

Related Topics:
Electrical grid - Electric power - Renewable energy

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