Submerged in-stream hydropower turbines have an advantage over hydropower generated by dams in that ...

Submerged in-stream hydropower turbines have an advantage over hydropower generated by dams in that they dont block fish migration.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

Hydrokinetic power can use the differences in the temperature of water to supply power.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 3

An alternative method of hydroelectric power is _______________,which uses excess electricity generated during off peak hours to pump water up to a higher elevation through a penstock where it is stored in a reservoir.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 4

Impoundment dams block the movement of silt downstream and cause silt to back up behind the dam. This is a problem because the built-up silt can cause areas of low oxygen called _______________ sediments.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 5

One effect of dams placed on rivers and streams is the blocking of fish migration. This problem has been somewhat addressed by employing a device called a(n) _______________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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