What is the power generated (in kW) in a geothermal power plant, if the enthalpies entering and leaving the turbine are 2,750.43 kJ/kg and 2,205.11 kJ/kg, respectively. The steam flow rate is 57 kg/s. The engine and generator efficiencies are 91 % and 97 %, respectively.

What is the power generated (in kW) in a geothermal power plant, if the enthalpies entering and leaving the turbine are 2,750.43 kJ/kg and 2,205.11 kJ/kg, respectively. The steam flow rate is 57 kg/s. The engine and generator efficiencies are 91 % and 97 %, respectively.

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