A mountain village in Gilgit-Baltistan has mapped the course of a fast stream before choosing a site for a micro-hydroelectric scheme. Fig. 1 shows the inte...
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A mountain village in Gilgit-Baltistan has mapped the course of a fast stream before choosing a site for a micro-hydroelectric scheme. Fig. 1 shows the intended arrangement. The community needs reliable energy for homes, a clinic and small businesses, but wishes to protect downstream water users.
(a) Name the feature in Fig. 1 that turns moving water into electricity. [1]
(b) Describe how the scheme could improve economic development in the village. [2]
(c) Explain two factors that should be considered before construction begins. [3]
Answer Details
(a) Turbine / water turbine [1] (b) Any two: electricity allows small workshops or shops to operate [1]; refrigeration or clinic equipment can be used [1]; reduced spending on diesel or kerosene [1]; local construction and maintenance work may be created [1]. (c) Any three: seasonal changes in stream flow [1]; need to maintain water for downstream farms or ecosystems [1]; cost of construction and maintenance [1]; risk from floods, landslides or damaged pipes [1]; distance of homes from the power lines [1].
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