Power Plant: Power & Energy

State the function of a generator. Define the following terms: unit watt megawatt switchyard substation power systems and demand. Describe how power is typically distributed to customers. Explain why there are variations in demand and why supply must always equal demand. Describe the function of a load dispatcher. Explain how energy is converted to produce electricity in fossil fuel plants gas turbine plants hydroelectric plants and nuclear plants. State advantages and disadvantages of fossil fuel plants gas turbine plants hydroelectric plants and nuclear plants.