In the operation of a steam-electric generating plant, the thermal energy input occurs

A) in the electric generators.
B) in the condenser.
C) at the point where the energy from the furnace is transferred into the boiler.
D) at the point where the fossil or other fuel is shipped into the plant area.
E) at the point where the hot steam pushes against the turbine.


C

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