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Science Explainer: Generating energy from the wind

Last updated 11 months ago

3 questions

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Read the passage Generating energy from the wind. Then answer the questions below.

Instructions

Read the passage Generating energy from the wind. Then answer the questions below.

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Question 1

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Drag each answer choice into the correct space. Not all answer choices will be used.

Wind farms are constructed in many areas, but they are most often built __________________________ and are spaced out over hundreds of acres. Some wind farms are located _____________ , where winds are most predictable. Scientists are working on technology that will allow for wind farms ______________________ . 

Other Answer Choices:

in outer space

in agricultural areas

offshore

in cities

at high altitudes

Question 2

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Drag each statement to the correct box to show the type of wind turbine that it describes.

are sometimes installed on the roofs of buildings
are often painted white to avoid collisions with airplanes
have blades that rotate in circles around a tower
must face the wind in order to generate electricity

Horizontal-axis wind turbines
Vertical-axis wind turbines

Question 3

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What are some of the advantages of using wind as an energy source? Select three correct answers.

Electricity produced using wind energy is very inexpensive. 

Wind turbines are quiet and do not create a disturbance. 

It is a clean energy source that produces no emissions. 

Wind farms can be built nearly anywhere and require little land. 

Wind is a renewable source of energy and is in great supply. 