Why can’t the steam released by a thermal power plant be condensed into water and used again in the plant?
Answer
The steam released by a thermal power plant can be condensed into water and used again in the plant.
This is called a closed-cycle system. However, this requires additional equipment and energy to operate.
Most thermal power plants use an open-cycle system, where the steam is released into the atmosphere after it has been used to turn the turbines.