Lesson Glossary

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B

The continuous minimum demand for electrical power.

Energy that is generated from plant and animal matter.

H

The generation of electrical power using a source of moving water.

I

A demand for electricity that is greater than the base load and is met by burning coal and natural gas.

N

A source of energy that cannot be replaced as quickly as it is used.

P

The greatest demand for electricity, which is met by using hydroelectric power and natural gas.

The generation of a direct current when certain materials are exposed to light.

R

A source of energy that can be replaced in a relatively short period of time.

S

Energy that is directly converted from the Sun into electricity.

W

Many large wind turbines at one location.