Which of the following are factors that the government may consider prior to going ahead with a hydroelectric power project?

The height of a waterfall in question

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Biodiversity and local residents

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Length of the river

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Amount of water flowing per unit time

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Solution

The correct options are
A The height of a waterfall in question
B Biodiversity and local residents
D Amount of water flowing per unit time
Hydroelectricity is a form of energy that harnesses the power of water in motion; such as water flowing over a waterfall. The length of the river does not play a factor, while the volume and speed of the flowing water does. Additionally, environmental concerns and the concerns of the locals must be taken into consideration.

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