I WONDER - How Do Wind Turbines Work?

Wind farms are composed of multiple wind turbines that convert wind's kinetic energy into electrical energy. The turbines have blades that rotate with the wind, driving a generator inside to produce electricity. This electricity is then sent to the power grid for distribution to homes and businesses.

What are wind farms primarily composed of?

• Geothermal plants

• Hydroelectric dams

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

What happens when the wind turns the blades of a turbine?

• The blades generate heat

• The blades produce sound energy

• The blades stop moving

• A generator inside the turbine spins

What type of energy is converted into electrical energy by the turbine?

• Chemical energy

• Kinetic energy

• Potential energy

• Thermal energy

Where is the electricity generated by wind turbines sent?

• Directly to homes

• To the power grid

• Stored in batteries

• Used to power the turbines

What is the final destination of the electricity generated by wind turbines?

• Wind farms

• Homes and businesses

• Factories only

• Power plants