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hydraulic vs hydroelectric
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| hydraulicadjective/haɪˈdrɔː.lɪk/ | Meaning Worked by the pressure of a liquid, usually oil or water, moving through pipes. | Goes with — | Example The mechanic fixed a leak in the hydraulic brakes of the truck. |
| hydroelectricadjective/ˌhaɪ.droʊ.ɪˈlek.trɪk/ | Meaning producing electricity from the force of moving water | Goes with hydroelectric power | Example The country gets most of its power from hydroelectric dams. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The plant produces cheap electricity.