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What is tidal energy?
Think about the gravitational forces that affect the ocean.
Name one advantage of tidal energy.
Consider the consistency of tides compared to other energy sources.
What type of energy is derived from the gravitational pull of the moon and sun?
Think about what natural forces contribute to tides.
True or False: The Navier-Stokes equations apply only to compressible fluids.
Consider the different types of fluids in our studies.
Consider a tidal energy system with a turbine placed in an area of high tidal current. How would changing the turbine's size affect energy generated? Discuss your answer.
Think about how surface area and flow interact.
Evaluate how varying the gravitational pull from the moon and sun impacts tidal energy generation. Describe the environmental factors involved.
Consider how the moon's position affects tides.
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