Exploring Wind Energy and Turbines

The video introduces Bora Lacks, a company that builds renewable energy facilities. It explains how wind turbines are constructed and operate to generate electricity. The video includes a tour of a wind farm in the Niagara region, highlighting the size and power of the turbines. It discusses how electricity is delivered to homes and the importance of using renewable energy for a cleaner environment.

What does Bora Lacks specialize in?

• Producing consumer electronics

• Manufacturing cars

• Developing renewable power facilities

• Building skyscrapers

What is the first step in building a wind turbine?

• Connecting the power lines

• Installing the blades

• Setting up the power generator

• Building a concrete foundation

How tall are the wind turbines in the Niagara region wind farm?

• 200 meters

• 150 meters

• 100 meters

• 174 meters

How many homes can one wind turbine power over the course of a year?

• 1000 homes

• 1500 homes

• 750 homes

• 500 homes

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What do power lines do?

• Transmit electricity to homes

• Measure electricity usage

• Store electricity

• Generate electricity

How fast does a wind turbine blade tip move compared to a cheetah?

• Three times as fast

• Twice as fast

• Same speed

• Half as fast

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What happens to a wind turbine during a very big storm?

• It shuts down automatically

• It gets damaged

• It continues to operate normally

• It speeds up

How do maintenance workers reach the top of a wind turbine?

• By climbing a ladder

• By helicopter

• Using an elevator

• Both climbing a ladder and using an elevator

Why is wind power considered a renewable energy source?

• It is cheaper than other sources

• It requires no maintenance

• It can be stored easily

• Wind is always available

What is one environmental benefit of using wind power?

• It is more expensive

• It depletes natural resources

• It increases air pollution

• It reduces air and water pollution