Wind Energy

Wind energy is considered renewable because:

• wind turbines can be easily replaced

• no carbon dioxide or water vapour is produced during operation

• no waste heat energy is produced

• there is a continuing supply of wind energy

Which answer best completes this sentence correctly? A flow chart that shows the energy transformation occurring in a wind turbine is best represented by:

• heat energy → electrical energy + sound energy

• gravitational potential energy → electrical energy + heat energy + sound energy

• solar energy → electrical energy + heat energy + sound energy

• kinetic energy → electrical energy + heat energy + sound energy

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Which answer best completes this sentence correctly? Wind turbines do not contribute to the enhanced greenhouse effect while they are being used because:

• wind turbines produce only a minimal amount of waste heat energy.

• wind turbines do not produce any carbon dioxide gas.

• wind turbines are very efficient.

• wind turbines do not damage the ozone layer.

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There are two wind turbines of different designs. One has a small number of large blades, the other has a large number of small blades.

Predict which turbine will be the most efficient.

ie. Which turbine will produce the most electricity?

Explain your answer:

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What is the primary source of energy for wind turbines?

• Solar energy

• Kinetic energy from wind

• Geothermal energy

• Nuclear energy

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Which of the following is a major advantage of wind energy?

• It is non-renewable

• It produces greenhouse gases

• It is abundant and renewable

• It requires fossil fuels

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What is the main component of a wind turbine that converts wind energy into mechanical energy?

• Rotor blades

• Generator

• Tower

• Nacelle

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How does wind energy help in reducing carbon footprint?

• By using fossil fuels

• By emitting carbon dioxide

• By not producing any emissions during operation

• By requiring deforestation

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Which of the following best describes the energy transformation in a wind turbine?

• Chemical energy to electrical energy

• Kinetic energy to electrical energy

• Thermal energy to mechanical energy

• Potential energy to kinetic energy

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What is a common environmental concern associated with wind turbines?

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Noise pollution

• Soil erosion