The two diagrams show the inner workings of a wave-energy
machine
and how it is affected by location.
The first diagram shows how the Use synonyms
machine
works. It is placed against the direction of the wave, having an opening at the bottom which takes in Use synonyms
water
- Use synonyms
this
part is the Linking Words
water
chamber There is Use synonyms
also
a vent which allows Linking Words
air
to flow in from the top. As the Use synonyms
water
level rises, an upward flow of Use synonyms
air
is created, which allows the Use synonyms
air
to circulate throughout the Use synonyms
machine
when combined Use synonyms
the
downward Change preposition
with the
air
. Use synonyms
This
spins the turbines in the compartment above the Linking Words
water
chamber, which activates the electricity generator.
The second diagram shows the options for placing wave-energy machines. If placed near the shore, Use synonyms
installations
costs are reduced at the expense of performance - waves are weaker the closer they are to land. Moving out Change the noun form
installation
further
to sea will boost output as waves are larger, but installing the Linking Words
machine
will come at high expenses.Use synonyms