Question

The natural high waterfalls may be used for generation of ____________________

(a) hydro-power

(b) water-power

(c) both hydropower and water power

(d) thermal power

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Answer 1

Correct option is (c) both hydropower and water power

The explanation: Hydroelectricity can be generated from naturally existing waterfalls while most hydroelectric plants generate water from human-made waterfalls. The naturally available high falls can also be developed for generating electric power and the common examples are Jog falls in India and Niagara falls in the USA.