Question

Describe the positive effects of tides.

Answer 1

1. With the high tides, fish move into the creeks, and this helps fishing activity.
2. The tides clear the waste, and hence, the coasts become clean.
3. Due to tides, ports do not get filled with sediments.
4. Ships can move up to the ports during high tide.
5. During high tide, seawater can be stored in salt pans from which salt can be obtained.
6. The tide force can be used to generate electricity.
7. The tides help in maintaining the mangroves and the coastal biodiversity.