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Energy and Power

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wind power
1.
wind power
Noun

the electricity produced by means of turbines and other machinery

Wind power supplies over 10% of the country's electricity needs.

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solar power
2.
solar power
Noun

energy that is generated from the sun's radiation using solar panels, which convert sunlight into electricity

The house is equipped with solar power to reduce electricity bills.

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coal
3.
coal
Noun

a type of fossil fuel, which is black and found in the ground, typically used as a source of energy

Coal has been a crucial source of energy for centuries, playing a significant role in powering industries and generating electricity worldwide.

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electricity
4.
e
lect
ri
ci
ty
Noun

a source of power used for lighting, heating, and operating machines

During the storm, we lost electricity for a few hours.

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source
5.
source
Noun

a document, organization, or entity from which information is obtained

The report was compiled using multiple sources.

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fuse
6.
fuse
Noun

an electrical device that is used to stop or control the flow of current in a circuit in case it is too strong

The fuse blew when too many appliances were plugged in.

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consumption
7.
con
sump
tion
Noun

the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials

The rapid consumption of fuel raised concerns about sustainability.

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renewable resource
Noun

natural sources that are capable of restoring themselves

Solar energy is a renewable resource that will never run out.

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nonrenewable
9.
non
re
ne
wable
Adjective

(of a natural resource or source of energy) existing in limited amounts and not replaceable after being used

Oil is a nonrenewable resource that will eventually run out if we continue to use it at the current rate.

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blackout
10.
black
out
Noun

a brief loss of consciousness, often caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure or shock

She experienced a blackout after standing in the heat for too long.

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fuel
11.
fuel
Noun

any substance that can produce energy or heat when burned

Wood is a common fuel for campfires.

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fossil fuel
12.
fossil fuel
Noun

a fuel that is found in nature and obtained from the remains of plants and animals that died millions of years ago, such as coal and gas

Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

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turbine
13.
tur
bine
Noun

a machine or engine that produces power from the pressure of a liquid or gas on a turning wheel

Steam turbines are commonly used in power plants to generate electricity.

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resource
14.
re
source
Noun

(usually plural) a country's gas, oil, trees, etc. that are considered valuable and therefore can be sold to gain wealth

The country's natural resources include oil, natural gas, and minerals.

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