Wind Power Quiz - by Tr Shweyee

What is wind power?

• Power generated from water

• Power generated from air movement

• Power generated from sunlight

• Power generated from fossil fuels

What causes differences in wind speeds?

• Atmospheric pressure, geography, and season

• Atmospheric pressure, temperature, and humidity

• Geography, temperature, and humidity

• Geography, topography, and season

What is the mechanism used to convert air motion into electricity?

• Turbine

• Solar panel

• Battery

• Generator

What is a major advantage of wind power in terms of CO2 emissions?

• No direct CO2 emissions

• High CO2 emissions

• Variable CO2 emissions

• Low CO2 emissions

What is a challenge associated with wind power generation?

• No impact on power grids

• Low electricity production

• High cost compared to other sources

• Consistent wind availability

What is the structure with spinning blades used in wind power generation?

• Turbine

• Inverter

• Converter

• Panel

What was wind energy traditionally used for?

• Heating homes

• Creating electricity

• Milling grain and pumping water

• Powering vehicles

What has happened to the cost curve of wind power in recent times?

• Fluctuated unpredictably

• Decreased significantly

• Remained constant

• Increased significantly

What is the optimal location for wind energy generation?

• Urban areas

• Deserts

• Mountainous regions

• Coastal areas

What is the main purpose of wind turbines today?

• Heating homes

• Creating electricity

• Pumping water

• Powering vehicles

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