Explain the function of the substation and state the difference between a transmission substation and a distribution substation

What will be an ideal response?


A substation is a network of switching equipment, control equipment and transformers that are an integral part of the transmission system. A transmission substation provides the interface between the generating stations to the transmission

lines and a distribution substation provides the interface between the transmission lines to the users.

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