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What is Tidal energy? - Geography

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What is Tidal energy? 

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Solution 1

  1. Tidal energy is a renewable energy source that captures the strength of ocean tides.
  2. It is based on the natural rise and fall of sea levels produced by the gravitational pulls of the moon and sun.
  3. This sort of energy is considered renewable and sustainable since tides are predictable and consistent. It offers a reliable source of electricity without releasing greenhouse gases.
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Solution 2

The term 'tide' refers to the periodic rise and fall of ocean water caused by the Moon and Sun's attraction. Tidal energy is generated by the rising and falling of water levels.

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Chapter 12: Issues of the Environment - EXERCISES [Page 200]

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Goyal Brothers Prakashan Commercial Applications [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 12 Issues of the Environment
EXERCISES | Q 17. | Page 200
Morning Star Total Geography [English] Class 10
Chapter 13 Non-Conventional Sources of Energy
EXERCISES | Q II. 3 (a) a | Page 151
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