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an unfavorable outcome or product
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Advantages: Little to no environmental impact after construction, land can still be used for farming. Disadvantages: Negative impact on migratory animals, high initial costs, noise pollution
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Advantages: Relatively minimal land use, consistent if responsibly managed. Disadvantages: Geographic limitations, link to earthquakes
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Advantages: No greenhouse gas emissions after construction, consistent energy production when dam is used, Disadvantages: Potential for catastrophic failure, negative impact on surrounding ecosystem, greenhouse gases released during construction
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Advantages: Can exceed energy offered by fossil fuels if harnessed, potential for energy credits. Disadvantages: Intermittent, Cost-effective storage
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does not deplete with use
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a favorable or desirable circumstance or feature; a benefit
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a machine for converting the mechanical energy of a turbine into electricity
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a device which uses a stream of air, gas, water, or steam to turn a wheel and produce power
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cause to change in form, character, or function
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Advantages: Uses things that might normally be discarded, can replenish within the average human lifespan. Disadvantages: Release of greenhouses gases and other pollutants, land use
