ES Q4 2 Renewable Energy Resources (Wind Energy) Quiz
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- Q1
What is the main purpose of wind turbines?
To generate electricity
To power water pumps
To convert wind into heat energy
To capture and store wind
30s - Q2
Which of the following is a challenge associated with wind energy?
High installation costs
Limited availability of wind
Large land requirements
High greenhouse gas emissions
30s - Q3
What is the measure of the total energy a wind turbine can produce in a year?
Wind power potential
Wind power factor
Wind energy production
Wind power capacity
30s - Q4
Offshore wind farms are installed in __________.
Mountains
Oceans and seas
Land
Rivers and lakes
30s - Q5
What is the primary environmental concern associated with wind turbines
Water pollution
Soil erosion
Noise pollution
Visual impact
30s - Q6
The largest capacity wind turbines are typically used in __________.
On-shore wind farms
Small rural communities
Offshore wind farms
Residential applications
30s - Q7
What is the minimum wind speed required for most wind turbines
15 mph (24 km/h)
20 mph (32 km/h)
10 mph (16 km/h)
5 mph (8 km/h)
30s - Q8
What is the approximate lifespan of a well-maintained wind turbine?
10-15 years
30-35 years
20-25 years
40-45 years
30s - Q9
In which country did the modern wind energy industry originate?
Netherlands
Germany
Denmark
United States
30s - Q10
Which of the following statements is true about wind energy?
Wind energy contributes to a cleaner environment
Wind energy is a non-renewable resource
Wind energy is a finite resource
Wind energy has no impact on climate change
30s