A nuclear power plant operates at 70 % of its maximum theoretical (Carnot) efficiency between temperatures of 620 ∘C and 330 ∘C. If the plant produces electric energy at the rate of 1.5 GW , how much exhaust heat is discharged per hour? Answer must be given in J/h

A nuclear power plant operates at 70 % of its maximum theoretical (Carnot) efficiency between temperatures of 620 ∘C and 330 ∘C. If the plant produces electric energy at the rate of 1.5 GW , how much exhaust heat is discharged per hour? Answer must be given in J/h

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