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Which of the following is not a practical use of Tides?1. Navigation2. Desilting and pollution removal from water3. Electricity Generation4. Development of Coral Reefs1. 2 and 3 only2. 1 and 4 only3. 3 only4. 4 only

Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : 4 only

The correct answer is 4 only.

  • Tides are caused by the earth, moon, and sun's gravitational pull and their position.
  • Tidal flows are of great importance in navigation and help the navigators and fishermen plan their activities. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
  • Harbors near rivers and within estuaries having shallow ‘bars’ at the entrance prevent ships and boats from entering into the harbor.
  • Tides are also helpful in desilting the sediments and in removing polluted water from river estuaries. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
  • Tides are used to generate electrical power as their mechanical energy is used to drive a turbine that produces electricity. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
  • Tides vary in frequency, direction, and movement from place to place and also from time to time.
  • Tides may be grouped into various types based on their frequency of occurrence in one day or based on their height.
  • Tides based on the Sun, Moon, and the Earth Positions.
  • The height of rising water varies depending upon the position of the sun and moon concerning the earth.
  • The ‘tide generating force is the difference between the gravitational attraction of the moon and the centrifugal force. 
  • The shape of bays and estuaries along a coastline can also magnify the intensity of tides.
  • Funnel-shaped bays greatly change tidal magnitudes.
  • It is not as such use in the Development of Coral Reefs. Hence, Statement 4 is incorrect.


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