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Tidal turbines

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Devices that harness the energy of tidal movements in oceans to rotate and generate electricity as an alternative renewable energy source.

AP course connection

Topic 6.9: 6.9 Hydroelectric Power

Unit 6

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