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Briefly describe the two MAJOR ways that electricity is generated around the world for human consumption.
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The electricity that is generated around the world for human consumption are:
- Hydroelectricity - generated by fast-flowing wate r
- Thermal electricity - generated by using coal, petroleum, and natural gas.
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The electricity that is generated around the world for human consumption are:
- Hydroelectricity - Electricity that is generated by fast-flowing water is known as hydroelectricity. Hydroelectric power plants have a reservoir of water through which electricity is generated.
- Thermal electricity - It is generated by using coal, petroleum, and natural gas . Thermal power stations use non-renewable fossil fuels for generating electricity.
