This study guide covers hydropower, a renewable energy source. It explains how hydropower works using dams and tidal waves, focusing on the process of converting water's kinetic energy into electricity. The guide also lists the benefits and drawbacks of hydropower, including environmental and economic considerations. Finally, it provides practice questions and key exam tips, emphasizing important case studies like the Hoover, Grand Coulee, and Three Gorges Dams.
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Hydropower is best described as harnessing the energy of: 🏞️
Wind
Moving water
Sunlight
Earth's core