Definitions for hydroelectric
ˌhaɪ droʊ ɪˈlɛk trɪkhy·dro·elec·tric

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1. hydroelectricadjective

   of or relating to or used in the production of electricity by waterpower

   "hydroelectric power"

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1. hydroelectricadjective

   that generates electricity by converting the energy of moving water

2. hydroelectricadjective

   of or relating to the electricity so produced

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1. hydroelectric

   Hydroelectricity, or hydroelectric power, is electricity generated from hydropower (water power). Hydropower supplies one sixth of the world's electricity, almost 4500 TWh in 2020, which is more than all other renewable sources combined and also more than nuclear power. Hydropower can provide large amounts of low-carbon electricity on demand, making it a key element for creating secure and clean electricity supply systems. A hydroelectric power station that has a dam and reservoir is a flexible source, since the amount of electricity produced can be increased or decreased in seconds or minutes in response to varying electricity demand. Once a hydroelectric complex is constructed, it produces no direct waste, and almost always emits considerably less greenhouse gas than fossil fuel-powered energy plants. However, when constructed in lowland rainforest areas, where part of the forest is inundated, substantial amounts of greenhouse gases may be emitted. Construction of a hydroelectric complex can have significant environmental impact, principally in loss of arable land and population displacement. They also disrupt the natural ecology of the river involved, affecting habitats and ecosystems, and siltation and erosion patterns. While dams can ameliorate the risks of flooding, dam failure can be catastrophic. In 2021, global installed hydropower electrical capacity reached almost 1400 GW, the highest among all renewable energy technologies. Hydroelectricity plays a leading role in countries like Brazil, Norway and China. but there are geographical limits and environmental issues. Tidal power can be used in coastal regions.

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1. hydroelectric

   Hydroelectric refers to the generation or production of electricity using the power harnessed from falling or running water, typically from water stations, rivers, or dams. The energy generated from this process is often referred to as hydroelectric power or hydroelectric energy. It is considered a renewable, clean energy source as it only requires water flow to produce electricity and does not emit harmful greenhouse gases.

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1. hydroelectric

   The production of electricity by moving water.

   Hydroelectric power plants are many around the world.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 15, 2020  

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of hydroelectric in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of hydroelectric in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of hydroelectric in a Sentence

1. Raoni Metuktire:

   We do not want the destruction of the rainforest with mining and hydroelectric dams. I am against what Bolsonaro is doing.

2. Ciro Campos:

   In our opinion, it would be the worst Amazon hydroelectric project, if it is built.

3. The ISO:

   Separate from the potential Aliso Canyon impacts, the state-wide outlook is positive for the summer. Continued moderate peak demand growth, combined with new power plants coming online and improved hydroelectric generation conditions will support possible extreme operating conditions.

4. Sonia Guajajara:

   They say that they have been authorized to occupy indigenous land, we are here to oppose mining, hydroelectric and agribusiness companies that destroy tribal communities and Mother Nature.

5. Maroef Sjamsoeddin:

   I took the initiative to record it ... because I was by myself and there was two of (them), the parliament speaker and his friend Reza told me they wanted a 20 percent stake and also asked for a hydroelectric power project.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=hydroelectric
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hydroelectric
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydroelectric
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=hydroelectric