Question

When the powerhouse is located near the dam as is done in the low head installations, it is known as _________________

(a) concentrated fall hydroelectric development

(b) divided fall hydroelectric development

(c) concentrated fall thermal power development

(d) divided fall thermal power development

I had been asked this question in my homework.

This key question is from Thermal and Hydropower in division Hydro Electric Power of Irrigation Engineering

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) concentrated fall hydroelectric development

The explanation: Divided fall development is the one where the water is carried to the powerhouse at a considerable distance from the dam through a canal. Concentrated fall hydroelectric development is the one when powerhouse is located near the dam as in low head installations.