The steam turbine
Example: Steam turbine produces energy using high-pressure steam
Definition
"The steam turbine" is a mechanical device that converts the energy of high-pressure steam into rotational motion, which is then used to generate electricity or power machinery. It plays a crucial role in various energy production processes, including power plants and industrial applications.
Etymology
The term "the steam turbine" combines 'steam,' referring to the vapor produced when water boils, and 'turbine,' derived from the Latin 'turbo,' meaning a spinning top or whirlwind. Did you know that the steam turbine revolutionized energy production in the late 19th century by efficiently harnessing steam's power?
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"The steam turbine" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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