Physics · Hydroelectric Power

Consider the following statements regarding hydroelectric power plant components and turbines: A. Run-of-the-river plants generally operate using natural flow stream and do not have massive storage reservoirs. B. Francis turbines are reaction turbines best suited for medium head and variable load conditions. C. Kaplan turbines are axial flow reaction turbines typically used in high head and high discharge conditions. D. Pelton turbines are impulse turbines ideal for low head and high flow conditions. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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A and B only

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