Power generation using the Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion method
A. converts the heat from black smokers on the sea floor into useable energy.
B. uses the energy of tsunami generated in polar regions and moving toward tropical regions to generate electricity.
C. uses the temperature difference between daytime and nighttime in tropical oceans to generate electricity.
D. uses the temperature difference between shallow and deep ocean water to run turbines that generate electricity.
Answer: D
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