a ( i) Name two non-renewable sources of energy. (ii) Explain four physical factors that influence the location of a hydroelectric power station. b) A part from generating H.E.), give three other benefits that have resulted from the construction of Masing

Name two non-renewable sources of energy.

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KCSE Geography Paper 2 2002 Section B Question 8.

Presence of large volume of water from a river /Lake / large catchments area to provide water to drive the turbines
Regular / constant supply of water to ensure continuous generation of power
Hard basement rock to provide a firm foundation for the construction of a dam
Provide space for reservoir
Non-porous rock to prevent seepage

It would encourage setting up of industries in the rural areas thus stimulating decentralization of industries.
It would reduce the cutting down of trees and electricity would be available for domestic use
It would attract/improve social amenities in rural areas reducing the need for people to move to urban areas.
Most people would invest in the rural areas, which would lead to higher standards of living.
It would encourage development of horticultural farming / to have ideal storage of perishable of products.

It leads to closure of some industries
It led to unemployment /redundancy/early retirement of workers.
It led to an increase in the cost of electricity / purchase and use of generators
It led to power rationing. Which slowed down rate of production