5. A power plant uses nuclear energy to heat up steam. The steam at 450°C generates electric power, then is condensed, and the water is cooled to 40°C. The cycle repeats. Find the maximum possible efficiency generation in %. of electricity

5. A power plant uses nuclear energy to heat up steam. The steam at 450°C generates electric power, then is condensed, and the water is cooled to 40°C. The cycle repeats. Find the maximum possible efficiency generation in %. of electricity

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5. A power plant uses nuclear energy to heat up steam. The steam at 450°C
is cooled to 40°C.
generates electric power, then is condensed, and the water
The cycle repeats. Find the maximum possible efficiency
generation in %.
of electricity

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