Question:

A nuclear power plant operates at 69 % of its maximum

Last updated: 7/10/2022

A nuclear power plant operates at 69 % of its maximum

A nuclear power plant operates at 69 % of its maximum theoretical (Carnot) efficiency between temperatures of 665 °C and 310 °C. If the plant produces electric energy at the rate of 1.6 GW, how much exhaust heat is discharged per hour? Express your answer using two significant figures.