The Gulf of Khambhat, the Gulf of Kutch and Sundarbans region provide ideal conditions for utilising _________ energy in India.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. tidal.
- Definition: Tidal energy is a form of hydropower that converts the energy from the natural rise and fall of tides into electricity.
- It is derived from the gravitational pull of the moon and sun, which causes periodic changes in sea levels.
- Mechanism: Tidal energy can be harnessed through various technologies, such as tidal stream systems, tidal range systems, and tidal lagoons.
- These systems capture the kinetic or potential energy of tidal movements to generate electricity.