Wind Power

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What is the primary source of wind energy?

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The sun.

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What is the energy transformation that occurs in a wind turbine?

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Kinetic energy is transformed into electrical energy.

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Are horizontal axis wind turbines omnidirectional?

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No, they are not omnidirectional.

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What is a large grouping of wind generators called?

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A wind farm.

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What is the name of the part labeled 'C' in a wind turbine diagram?

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Rotor.

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What is the role of the rotor in a wind turbine?

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The rotor captures wind energy and converts it into rotational energy.

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What type of energy is wind energy classified as?

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Renewable energy.

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What factors affect the efficiency of a wind turbine?

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Wind speed, turbine design, and location.

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What is the purpose of a wind turbine's gearbox?

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To increase the rotational speed of the rotor for electricity generation.

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What is the difference between horizontal and vertical axis wind turbines?

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Horizontal axis turbines have blades that rotate around a horizontal axis, while vertical axis turbines have blades that rotate around a vertical axis.