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What is a wave energy converter (WEC)?
What is a wave energy converter (WEC)?
- A system that harnesses tidal forces
- A technology for solar energy conversion
- A device that captures wind energy
- A machine that exploits wave power (correct)
How is wave power different from tidal power?
How is wave power different from tidal power?
- Wave power and tidal power are fundamentally the same
- Wave power harnesses solar energy, while tidal power utilizes wind energy
- Wave power is primarily based on temperature variations, while tidal power depends on air pressure differences
- Wave power captures energy of wind waves, while tidal power captures energy of currents caused by gravitational pull (correct)
What contributes to the generation of waves?
What contributes to the generation of waves?
- Wind passing over the sea's surface and tidal forces (correct)
- Temperature variations and air pressure differences
- Surface friction from the wind and cabbeling
- Solar energy flow and wind speed
Why is wave power not widely employed for commercial applications as of 2022?
Why is wave power not widely employed for commercial applications as of 2022?
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How does the density of wave energy flow compare to wind and solar energy flows?
How does the density of wave energy flow compare to wind and solar energy flows?
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