Conversion of Energy, Wind and Hydropower Technologies

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Identify the energy conversion you see in the image.

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Mechanical energy being converted into electric energy

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Another name for Electromagnetic energy is _______________.

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Radiant energy

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The energy conversion you're witnessing in the image is

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mechanical energy converted to electric energy

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In this image electromagnetic (radiant) energy is being converted into _______________________.

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chemical energy.

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Natural resources such as wind and water are considered ____________ ___________ because they are always available.

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renewable resources

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How does wind power electricity?

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Wind pushes the connected blades to push spinning parts then activate a generator to make electricity.

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Why is hydropower also called "hydroelectric power"?

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It harnesses energy from flowing water and converts it into electricity.

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About how much of all our electricity is generated from hydropower?

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7%