Question
Run-of-river refers to
Group of answer choices
an approach whereby “runs” are added to traditional hydroelectric sites, to allow migrating fish to swim upstream past the dam.
the major emerging energy source in Canada today.
harnessing the kinetic energy of flowing water through the construction of dams and consequent creation of large reservoirs.
an approach to hydroelectric power generation that, instead of relying on large dams and reservoirs, involves diverting a portion of the water flow to run a turbine.
All of the above answers are correct.
Group of answer choices
an approach whereby “runs” are added to traditional hydroelectric sites, to allow migrating fish to swim upstream past the dam.
the major emerging energy source in Canada today.
harnessing the kinetic energy of flowing water through the construction of dams and consequent creation of large reservoirs.
an approach to hydroelectric power generation that, instead of relying on large dams and reservoirs, involves diverting a portion of the water flow to run a turbine.
All of the above answers are correct.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is:
**an approach to hydroelectric power generation that, instead of relying on large dams and reservoirs, involves diverting a portion of the water flow to run a turbine.**
This definition accurately describes the run-of-river method, which focuses on utilizing existing river flow without creating large reservoirs. The other options either refer to different concepts or are not accurate interpretations of run-of-river.
**an approach to hydroelectric power generation that, instead of relying on large dams and reservoirs, involves diverting a portion of the water flow to run a turbine.**
This definition accurately describes the run-of-river method, which focuses on utilizing existing river flow without creating large reservoirs. The other options either refer to different concepts or are not accurate interpretations of run-of-river.