Tidal Technology
Definition
Tidal technology involves harnessing the kinetic energy from ocean tides to generate electricity. It utilizes turbines placed underwater that are turned by tidal currents to produce renewable energy.
Analogy
Think of tidal technology as an underwater windmill. Just like wind turns windmill blades to generate power, tidal currents turn turbines undersea to produce clean electricity.
Related terms
Tidal Range: This term refers to the vertical difference between high tide and low tide in coastal areas.
Ocean Currents: These are continuous movements of seawater caused by factors like temperature differences and Earth's rotation.
Marine Energy: Marine energy encompasses various forms of renewable energy derived from oceans, including tidal, wave, and thermal energies.
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