Wind Power -Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Interactive MCQs on “Wind Power”:

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Question 1: What is wind power?

(a) The energy produced by the movement of ocean currents
(b) The energy harnessed from the motion of air masses in the atmosphere
(c) The energy generated from the rotation of the Earth
(d) The energy derived from the gravitational pull of the Moon

Question 2: Which device is used to convert wind energy into electrical energy?

(a) Windmill
(b) Solar panel
(c) Hydroelectric dam
(d) Wind turbine

Question 3: Which part of a wind turbine is responsible for capturing the kinetic energy of the wind?

(a) Rotor
(b) Nacelle
(c) Tower
(d) Generator

Question 4: What is the purpose of the nacelle in a wind turbine?

(a) To stabilize the turbine in high winds
(b) To house the generator and other components
(c) To convert wind energy into mechanical energy
(d) To increase the efficiency of the rotor

Question 5: What is the minimum wind speed required for most wind turbines to start generating electricity?

(a) 5-10 mph (8-16 km/h)
(b) 15-20 mph (24-32 km/h)
(c) 25-30 mph (40-48 km/h)
(d) 35-40 mph (56-64 km/h)

Question 6: What is the name of the device that helps a wind turbine turn and face the wind?

(a) Wind vane
(b) Anemometer
(c) Rotor
(d) Pitch system

Question 7: What is the maximum wind speed at which most wind turbines shut down to prevent damage?

(a) 30-40 mph (48-64 km/h)
(b) 50-60 mph (80-96 km/h)
(c) 70-80 mph (112-128 km/h)
(d) 90-100 mph (144-160 km/h)

Question 8: What is the name of the device that measures wind speed in a wind turbine?

(a) Wind vane
(b) Anemometer
(c) Rotor
(d) Pitch system

Question 9: What is the main advantage of wind power as a renewable energy source?

(a) It does not depend on weather conditions.
(b) It produces no greenhouse gas emissions.
(c) It is available 24/7 without any interruptions.
(d) It is the cheapest source of energy.

Question 10: What is the global capacity for wind power installation as of 2021?

(a) Less than 10 gigawatts (GW)
(b) Between 10 GW and 50 GW
(c) Between 50 GW and 100 GW
(d) More than 100 GW