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1. Comment on the widespread use of wave and tidal power
Extra Credit AssignmentThis extra credit assignment is worth up to 10% of your final grade
and can only be used to help your final game.Consider and address any one (1) of the three
(3) issues below. You may only choose one. You must argue in favor of a specific position.
For example, if the issue were to consider the possibility of solar panels to generate a
sufficiently large amount of electricity to reduce significantly our reliance on fossil fuels
within two decades, then you could argue any of several positions. You could argue that it is
not feasible to do so, you could argue that it is, or you could argue some intermediate
position. You must con-struct a written argument that fills fewer than three (3) written
pages in 12pt font. Your position must be stated clearly and unambiguously. Your argument
must be based primarily upon evidence and theory and as little as possible upon anecdotes
or opinions. Your argument must cite at least two reputable sources. In general, the vast
majority of blog posts, you tube videos, and even a large number of newspapers are not
reputable sources. You may ask me to suggest reputable sources if you are having
trouble.The Issues:(1) Comment on the amount of energy used in two scenarios. In the first
scenario, most Americans obtain most of their consumer goods and groceries from brick-
and-mortar shops. In the second scenario, most Americans obtain their consumer goods and
groceries from large on-line retailers such as Amazon.(2) Comment on the widespread use
of wave and tidal power as a source of renewable energy. Does it seem reasonable? Can it be
a significant part of our future energy budget?(3) Comment on expanding nuclear power as
a source of energy that produces little greenhouse gas emissions. Is it reasonable? What are
the risks and rewards?