Building a Wind Farm

What is a wind farm?

• A group of wind turbines that work together to make electricity

• A farm where wind is harvested

• A place where wind is stored

• A type of power plant that burns coal

What tool do scientists use to measure wind speed?

• Thermometer

• Hygrometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

What is the purpose of the blades on a wind turbine?

• To provide shade

• To spin and generate electricity

• To catch rain

• To scare away birds

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Why are wind farms considered environmentally friendly?

• They require a lot of water

• They use coal

• They produce smoke

• They don't create pollution

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

• To anchor the turbine to the ground

• To cool the turbine

• To change spinning motion into energy

• To store wind

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Why do wind turbines need to yaw?

• To adjust temperature

• To change height

• To avoid birds

• To face the wind and catch as much wind as possible

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What is one reason countries are building more wind farms?

• To reduce electricity

• To fight climate change

• To increase pollution

• To use more coal

How do wind farms contribute to a sustainable future?

• By providing renewable energy

• By using up natural resources

• By creating pollution

• By increasing carbon emissions

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What must scientists and engineers study before building a wind farm?

• The land and weather

• The color of the sky

• The amount of rainfall

• The types of birds in the area

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What is one benefit of wind power over power plants that burn coal or oil?

• Wind power is less reliable

• Wind power is renewable and cleaner

• Wind power creates more pollution

• Wind power is more expensive