Wind Power Science Olympiad Practice Test Division B

Front

What is the purpose of a wind turbine blade?

Back

To capture the kinetic energy from the wind and convert it into rotational energy.

Front

What is the impact of wind power on the environment?

Back

It is a clean energy source with minimal environmental impact.

Front

Which of the following is not a component of a wind turbine?

Back

Generator.

Front

What is a disadvantage of wind power?

Back

Intermittency and dependence on weather conditions.

Front

What is the term for the area of land around a wind turbine that is available for other uses, such as agriculture?

Back

Dual land use area.

Front

What is wind energy?

Back

Energy obtained from the wind through the use of wind turbines.

Front

What is a wind farm?

Back

A group of wind turbines located in the same area used to generate electricity.

Front

What is the principle behind how wind turbines generate electricity?

Back

Wind turbines convert kinetic energy from the wind into mechanical energy, which is then converted into electrical energy.

Front

What are the main components of a wind turbine?

Back

Blades, tower, nacelle, and generator.

Front

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

Back

To convert mechanical energy from the turbine into electrical energy.