Advantages of Wind Energy

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What is the main advantage of offshore wind energy over onshore wind energy?

Higher wind speed due to the presence of barriers

Lower wind speed due to the absence of barriers

More variable and lower speed due to the presence of barriers

More constant and higher speed due to the absence of barriers (correct)

What makes wind energy a sustainable source of electricity?

It is generated from a non-depletable source (correct)

It is generated from a depletable source

It requires a lot of fuel

It produces a lot of greenhouse gases

What is the cost of fuel for generating electricity from wind?

Zero, as wind is a free resource (correct)

High, due to the cost of wind turbines

Low, due to the cost of wind turbines

Variable, depending on the location

What is a disadvantage of wind turbines?

They pose a threat to various forms of animals Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of wind energy in terms of global warming?

It does not contribute to global warming Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of wind power?

Location is a limiting factor Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a wind turbine?

To convert the wind's kinetic energy into usable electricity Signup and view all the answers

How does wind energy contribute to the harvesting of crops?

By powering windmills to grind grain into flour Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that causes the circulation of air in the atmosphere?

The non-uniform heating of the Earth's surface by the sun Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the wind sport that involves sailing on a surfboard?

Windsurfing Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a wind pump?

To pump water using wind energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the common application of wind power that involves creating electricity?

Wind power generation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the microcomputer in a wind farm control system?

Receiving input and sending signals to establish proper yaw and blade pitch Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of techno-economic analysis in wind farm assessment?

To confirm wind energy potential and suitability of a wind energy generator Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant environmental advantage of wind power compared to thermal power?

No greenhouse gas emissions Signup and view all the answers

According to the Central Electricity Authority, what is included in the calculation of cost of energy for wind farms?

The cost of all capital equipment, electrical and civil works Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate cost of installation of a wind energy generator (WEG) per MW?

Rs. 4.0 crore Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the project cost is the annual maintenance of wind farms compared to thermal power?

1% of project cost Signup and view all the answers