Tidal Energy -Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Interactive MCQs on “Tidal Energy”:

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Question 1: What is tidal energy?

(a) Energy obtained from the motion of ocean waves
(b) Energy obtained from the gravitational pull of the moon on Earth's tides
(c) Energy obtained from the heat of the sun
(d) Energy obtained from the wind

Question 2: Tidal energy is a form of:

(a) Renewable energy
(b) Fossil fuel energy
(c) Nuclear energy
(d) Non-renewable energy

Question 3: What is the device used to harness tidal energy from the ocean tides?

(a) Wind turbine
(b) Solar panel
(c) Tidal turbine
(d) Geothermal generator

Question 4: In which location is tidal energy most effectively harnessed?

(a) Inland lakes
(b) Deep ocean waters
(c) Rivers
(d) Shallow coastal areas

Question 5: Which of the following tides provides the greatest potential for generating tidal energy?

(a) Neap tides
(b) Spring tides
(c) Ebb tides
(d) Flood tides

Question 6: What is the main advantage of tidal energy as a renewable energy source?

(a) It produces no greenhouse gas emissions.
(b) It is abundant and easily accessible everywhere.
(c) It is cheaper to harness than other renewable sources.
(d) It is not affected by weather conditions.

Question 7: Which environmental impact is associated with the construction of tidal energy facilities?

(a) Water pollution
(b) Noise pollution
(c) Land degradation
(d) Habitat destruction

Question 8: What is the term for the phenomenon where water flows into a bay or river during high tide and then flows out during low tide?

(a) Tidal surge
(b) Tidal stream
(c) Tidal bore
(d) Tidal range

Question 9: Which country is a pioneer in harnessing tidal energy and has the world's first commercial tidal power station?

(a) United States
(b) Canada
(c) France
(d) United Kingdom

Question 10: What is the major challenge associated with tidal energy technology?

(a) High installation and maintenance costs
(b) Limited availability of suitable tidal sites
(c) Harmful emissions during operation
(d) Unpredictable and intermittent power generation