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Wind Power

Wind power is derived from the conversion of wind energy to become a useful form of energy to propel ships, make electricity or pump water. Wind is a renewable source of energy that is widely available and produces no harmful emission during operation.

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What impacts might wind turbines have on the animals that make this region their home?

The effects are primarily on birds. They cannot see the rapidly spinning blades, fly through them, and are struck and either killed or so severely injured they die with extreme suffering over a few days.

Can wind energy be underwater?

Wind is the movement of air and will not be found under the water.

However, wind is one of the causes of waves, and wave energy can be harvested, using machines that are very different from those used to harvest wind energy.

What is the minimum for a wind to be considered a gale?

The National Weather Service defines a gale as 34-47 knots (39-54 miles/hour) of sustained winds.

How is wind harmful or helpful?

Wind is harmful because it can destroy a building and blow someone away at the right speed. On the other hand, it's helpful as it provides us with a source of energy.

What is the difference between hydro-electricity and wind energy?

Regarding hydroelectricity, the fall of water from a higher level to a lower level helps in spinning the water turbines that turns the electric generator system and hence producing electricity.

Regarding wind energy, the wind flow spins the blades of the wind towers that in turn operates the electric generator system and hence producing electricity.

What states occupies first position in the production of wind power gujarat maharashtra karnataka rajasthan?

In India, Tamil Nadu is in the first position. But among the options given, the answer will be Gujarat, followed by Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Karnataka.

What advantages does oil have over coal?

  • Oil is usually cleaner to mine and transport than coal (unless there's an oil spill!)
  • Oil emits less carbon dioxide pollution than coal when burnt, so it contributes less to global warming than coal does.

What type of alternative energy do wind mills produce?

They harness wind energy and convert this to mechanical energy to grid flower or pump water or to drive a generator to make electricity.

How much CO2 does a wind turbine save?

A typical modern wind turbine has a capacity of two megawatts (MW) and is expected to save emissions of over 1,880 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) in an average year.

How can wind energy be used in homes and businesses?

it can be used to power lights, apliences and can be used to power anything in the home work work place.

Do wind farms always destroy wildlife?

Wind farms do have a potential to injure or kill flying wildlife. Birds can and do fly into rotating blades of wind turbines.

Why are there so many wind farms being built?

china and india and other countries that are growing are using a lot more oil than they used to,there are a lot of cars being sold in these countries, wind farms and other alternative energy sources are important because like everything else oil and gas are running out,when there gone there will not be anymore,imagine if you can if we did nothing,when those resources do finally run out,it would be back to the dark ages.

What are disadvantages to using wind power?

Windmills have been known to kill birds and bats. Depending on citing, windmills may obstruct views of mountains or other scenic wonders. Electricity generated by wind mills is dependent upon a steady supply of wind. Sometimes the winds do not blow, and once in awhile they blow too hard. Tornadoes and hurricanes can damage wind turbines.

How are fossil fuels different from wind power?

Fossil fuels are non-renewable resources formed from decayed plants and animals over millions of years, while wind power is a renewable energy source harnessed by capturing the kinetic energy of moving air. Fossil fuels emit greenhouse gases when burned, contributing to climate change, whereas wind power is clean and produces no emissions during operation.

Are wind turbines good for the environment and why?

Yes they are, because they use non polluting wind power and provide energy that might otherwise require polluting sources of energy, such as coal, oil, or gas. The wind does not always blow enough to turn the blades, but, it does move enough to produce energy most of the time. Wind turbines do not pollute the wind, and they do minor damage to birds and bats. Nothing is perfect, and wind power is the energy that Probably does the least amount of damage to the environment, while providing an excellent source of energy most of the time.

How much wind does a wind turbine produce in a day?

The amount of wind energy generated by a wind turbine in a day can vary depending on factors such as wind speed, turbine size, and efficiency. On average, a medium-sized wind turbine can produce around 30-50% of its maximum capacity over a 24-hour period.

Do wind turbines need subsidy?

Yes they do need subsidy they need money to build and the farmers get money for having a wind turbine in their farm they get subsidy very very high subsidy all from the tax payer

How does wind power make hydrogen?

I think you may misunderstand the process. I can only imagine that wind power drives the turbine via kinetic energy. this powers a cell that electrolyses water to form hydrogen and water. this could act as a form of capacitor also (storage of energy)

How much does a single wind generator cost?

It costs about 87887887885789, 889793789489 cents and 84,000 dollars