Question

how is wave energy harvested? by stopping waves from reaching certain heights by gathering the kinetic energy from each wave by directing the current towards a generator by collecting large amounts of water

Explanation:

Wave energy is harnessed by converting the kinetic energy of waves into electricity. Devices like wave energy converters capture this kinetic energy. Stopping waves from reaching certain heights doesn't harvest energy. Directing current towards a generator is more related to tidal energy. Collecting large amounts of water doesn't directly harvest wave energy. So, gathering the kinetic energy from each wave is the correct way.

Answer:

by gathering the kinetic energy from each wave