Question

which factor contributes to the formation of tides that turn turbines to create energy in the ocean?
wind speed
water density
earths rotation
water temperature

Explanation:

Tides are mainly caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and the sun on Earth's oceans. However, Earth's rotation also plays a role in the formation and movement of tides. Wind speed affects wind - driven ocean currents, water density affects thermohaline circulation, and water temperature affects things like the expansion or contraction of water in local areas but not tides in the way described for turning turbines.

Answer:

Earth's rotation