16 Questions
What is the main cause of winds according to the text?
Uneven heating of the atmosphere by the sun
In what way are wind turbines useful?
Converting kinetic energy from the wind into electrical power
What does the text suggest about wind energy?
It is one of the fastest growing major sources of new electricity worldwide
How is a wind charger different from a wind turbine?
A wind charger generates electricity directly, while a wind turbine charges batteries
What is stated about the relationship between sun and wind in the text?
As long as the sun shines, there will be wind
How many wind turbines are currently operational around the world according to the text?
Exactly 486,790
What drives the huge convection currents in the Earth's atmosphere that cause wind?
Differences in atmospheric pressure
Why is wind considered a good renewable and clean source of energy?
It is produced without emitting greenhouse gases
What replaces the air over the land during the day?
Cooler air from the water
How does wind energy help reduce dependence on fossil fuels?
By being a clean and renewable source of energy
What is one major concern associated with wind power?
Intermittency and variability of the wind
What causes high pressure cold air to quickly rush and fill the space in a tropical depression?
Warm air over hot tropical waters rise
What factor may cause winds to be even stronger in certain areas?
Differences in atmospheric pressure
Why does wind power have intermittency and variability?
Because it relies on natural wind patterns
What is the cost of installing a 10 kW wind turbine?
$48,000 - $65,000
What drives huge convection currents in Earth's atmosphere causing wind?
Heat energy from the Sun
Test your knowledge of wind power fundamentals and wind energy systems engineering technology with this quiz. Explore the basics of wind energy and its relevance in the context of solar energy and earth's atmospheric conditions.
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