Tidal Energy Cannot Become a Significant Resource Worldwide Because

question 10

Multiple Choice

Tidal energy cannot become a significant resource worldwide because

• A)the accompanying tidal waves cause too much environmental destruction.
• B)the equipment required to harness this energy is not yet
• C)few areas have large enough differences in water level between high and low tides to make power generation feasible.
• D)sand damages the equipment
• E)tidal energy can become a significant resource worldwide.

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