Q. Recently, the term “pumped-storage hydropower” is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?
Answer: C
Notes:
Exp) Option c is the correct answer.
Option c is correct: The term “pumped-storage hydropower” relates to long-duration energy storage. It refers to a type of hydroelectric energy storage where two water reservoirs at different elevations are used to generate power. Water moves down from one reservoir to the other (discharge), passing through a turbine, and then requires power to be pumped back into the upper reservoir (recharge).
https://www.energy.gov/eere/water/pumped-storage-hydropower
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