Types of Renewable Energy

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What are the primary types of renewable energy sources?

The primary types are solar, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biomass energy.

How does solar energy work?

Solar energy works by converting sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic cells.

What is wind energy and how is it generated?

Wind energy is generated by converting wind currents into electricity using wind turbines.

Describe how hydroelectric power is produced.

Hydroelectric power is produced by harnessing the energy of flowing water, typically from rivers or dams.

What is the principle behind geothermal energy?

Geothermal energy utilizes heat from the Earth's interior to generate electricity.

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