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How is tidal energy?
it is caused by the shocks of an earthquake and the earthquake is caused by the movements of the plates at the bottom of the earth
How much energy can a tidal facility produce in one year?
Sihwa Lake Tidal Power in South Korea generates 250 MW of electricity, and has been in operation since last year. Korea has plans to begin construction of a 1 GW tidal power plant in 2017. Since a watt is equal to one joule per second, a gigawatt is 3.16x10^16 joules per year. Theoretically, much larger tidal generation facilities could be built, but there are practical economic and environmental considerations to factor in that.
What are the disadvantages of an oil fired power station over a tidal power station?
The main disadvantage with an oil station over a tidal one is that the oil station produces much higher levels of pollution - specifically CO2. Added to this is the fact that all fossil fuel power station are running on finite resources - there is a lot of debate about how much fossils fuels we actually have left but everyone agrees that at SOME POINT it will run out.In addition to the environmental reasons, an oil plant would likely cost a lot more to build, it is mush more visible and an eyesore to most people.On the plus side for oil plants:The technology is well understood, tidal is getting there but is not a fully fledged method of power generation yet.An oil plant would create lots of jobsFossil fuel plants are very reliable (tidal is as well)And most importantly - if you want more power you can turn it up. This isn't really an option with tidal plants.
Can tidal energy be used on any coast?
It would be very difficult to harness much energy from an ordinary coast. The best place for tidal power plants is where the tidal water flows in a fast and powerful manner.A river mouth that narrows when it meets the sea is a good place.A large bay with a small opening to the sea is good.When the tide comes in, a lot of water is forced into the collection area. Then, when the tide goes out, it runs out very powerfully, and can drive turbines to generate electricity.
How much electricity does tidal power produce?
Impossible to give a realistic answer as it depends on your supplier, country of domicile etc
Does tidal mills make as much energy as tidal waves?
It's difficult to say. A tidal wave, or a tsunami, has an amazing amount of power, but it is all over in a hour or two. Tidal mills can capture the tidal water twice a day and use it to generate clean electricity. This will continue for ever (or until the turbines need to be replaced).
What advantages of gas turbine compared to steam power plant?
Gas turbines are typically much smaller and therefore cheaper. Also, steam turbines require a long time for the fuel (coal, oil, uranium) to heat up the water and so changes in power output are slow. Gas turbines rely partly on the burning and instant expansion of gases, meaning that turbines start and stop much faster.
How is tidal energy?
it is caused by the shocks of an earthquake and the earthquake is caused by the movements of the plates at the bottom of the earth
What are the environmental advantages of wind turbines?
Lower maintenance cost compared to other sources of energyCan be placed offshoreCan be placed on tops of existing structuresWind Turbines do not generate as much pollutionWind Turbines do not require any fuel sourceModular design: Manufacturing of parts can be done in assembly line like fashion. There are much fewer parts than most other power plants.Construction is faster than any other type of power plant.
How much energy can a tidal facility produce in one year?
Sihwa Lake Tidal Power in South Korea generates 250 MW of electricity, and has been in operation since last year. Korea has plans to begin construction of a 1 GW tidal power plant in 2017. Since a watt is equal to one joule per second, a gigawatt is 3.16x10^16 joules per year. Theoretically, much larger tidal generation facilities could be built, but there are practical economic and environmental considerations to factor in that.
How much tidal power energy could the US use?
Tidal power needs a suitable bay or river mouth that fills up with massive amounts of water at high tide, but that only has a small exit to the sea, otherwise it is not economical. There are not many suitable locations in the US for tidal power.
What are the disadvantages of an oil fired power station over a tidal power station?
The main disadvantage with an oil station over a tidal one is that the oil station produces much higher levels of pollution - specifically CO2. Added to this is the fact that all fossil fuel power station are running on finite resources - there is a lot of debate about how much fossils fuels we actually have left but everyone agrees that at SOME POINT it will run out.In addition to the environmental reasons, an oil plant would likely cost a lot more to build, it is mush more visible and an eyesore to most people.On the plus side for oil plants:The technology is well understood, tidal is getting there but is not a fully fledged method of power generation yet.An oil plant would create lots of jobsFossil fuel plants are very reliable (tidal is as well)And most importantly - if you want more power you can turn it up. This isn't really an option with tidal plants.
Can tidal energy be used on any coast?
It would be very difficult to harness much energy from an ordinary coast. The best place for tidal power plants is where the tidal water flows in a fast and powerful manner.A river mouth that narrows when it meets the sea is a good place.A large bay with a small opening to the sea is good.When the tide comes in, a lot of water is forced into the collection area. Then, when the tide goes out, it runs out very powerfully, and can drive turbines to generate electricity.
How much electricity does tidal power produce?
Impossible to give a realistic answer as it depends on your supplier, country of domicile etc
What does a nuclear power plant need to produce electricity?
Through machinesMy answer is short and simple, although not as much as the first one, lol. Nuclear power plants create electricity much the same as any other power plant the difference is the fuel used. The nuclear fission is the energy used to heat water that creates steam to turn a turbine which generates electricity.
How much energy is used to power a solar power plant?
95%
What do motochondria do in a plant cell?
Mitochondria provide power for the cell. It's pretty much the power plant of the cell
