Tidal Power A Renewable Option (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Quizzes
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Which UK location has the largest tidal range?
Which UK location has the largest tidal range?
Bristol Channel
How many homes would Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon have powered?
How many homes would Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon have powered?
150,000 homes
When did the UK government reject the Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon plan?
When did the UK government reject the Swansea Bay Tidal Lagoon plan?
2018
Why did the government reject the Swansea Bay project?
Why did the government reject the Swansea Bay project?
High construction & operation costs
How do turbines in tidal lagoons generate electricity?
How do turbines in tidal lagoons generate electricity?
Water flows through them both in & out
How often do tides occur each day?
How often do tides occur each day?
Twice daily
What makes tidal energy highly predictable?
What makes tidal energy highly predictable?
Moon's gravitational pull
What UK geographic feature aids tidal power development?
What UK geographic feature aids tidal power development?
Long & varied coastline
What is the main financial disadvantage of tidal power?
What is the main financial disadvantage of tidal power?
High initial construction costs
How might tidal lagoons affect fishing industries?
How might tidal lagoons affect fishing industries?
Alter fish migration & limit access