alleryStart learning →What are the two main ways in which electricity is generated?
ASolar and tidal
BHydro and thermal
CWind and biogas
DNuclear and geothermal
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Hydro and thermal
Electricity is generated mainly by running water in hydro turbines or by burning fuels to make thermal power.
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