Tidal Flashcards
1
Q
How does tidal produce electricity
A
Tidal- water is funelled through a small space, as it rushes through, it powers a turbine
Wave- as the sea rises and falls, it traps air in small spaces and this is used to power a turbine
2
Q
tidal Examples of fuels
A
Oceans and rivers currents and waves
3
Q
tidal Advantages
A
Infinite
Low maintanence costs
No fuel costs
4
Q
tidal Disadvantages
A
Natural habitats are destroyed
Very expensive to build
Must operate for decades befor profitable
