The biggest drawback of tidal energy is:

it causes excessive pollution in oceans

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locations where it can be harnessed are limited

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the height difference of tides is low and much energy is not produced

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it needs a lot of manpower

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Solution

The correct option is A locations where it can be harnessed are limited
Tidal energy can be harnessed only at very limited locations.
Some of the disadvantages of tidal energy are:
1. High tidal power plant construction cost.
2. Negative influence on marine life forms.
3. Location limits.

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