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Understand and apply the conservation of energy principle to more complex situations that involve multiple stages, including the analysis of Sankey diagrams.

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Cambridge IGCSE PhysicsMotion, forces and energySupplement content

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This point belongs to Energy, especially Energy outcomes.
You need to be able to understand and apply the conservation of energy principle to more complex situations that involve multiple stages, including the analysis of Sankey diagrams.
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Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.

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In a hydroelectric power station, water is stored in a reservoir at a height. When released, it flows down through turbines, generating electricity.

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State the type of energy converted when water flows down through the turbines.
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