What is the primary difference between a hydroelectric dam and a tidal barrage?
GCSE Physics - Hydroelectricity and Tidal Barrage #13

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The cause of water level difference
The location where they are built
The type of water they use
The method of electricity generation
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How is gravitational potential energy converted into electricity in these systems?
By heating water to produce steam
By using solar panels
By spinning turbines with water flow
By using wind turbines
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following is a benefit of using hydroelectric dams and tidal barrages?
They are cheap to set up
They have low running costs
They are unreliable
They produce a lot of pollution
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a major environmental concern associated with hydroelectric dams?
They increase air pollution
They can flood large areas
They deplete fish populations
They cause earthquakes
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Why might the initial setup of these systems be considered a disadvantage?
They are expensive to build
They require a lot of land
They need constant maintenance
They take a long time to construct
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