Wind energy
Wind Energy
Wind energy (pronunciation: /wɪnd ˈɛnərdʒi/) is a form of renewable energy that uses the power of the wind to generate electricity.
Etymology
The term "wind energy" is derived from the Old English word "wind" meaning "moving air" and the Middle English word "energie" meaning "force or power".
Definition
Wind energy is the process of creating electricity using the wind, or air flows that occur naturally in the earth's atmosphere. Modern wind turbines are used to capture kinetic energy from the wind and generate electricity.
Related Terms
- Wind Turbine: A device that converts the wind's kinetic energy into electrical energy.
- Renewable Energy: Energy that is collected from resources which are naturally replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat.
- Kinetic Energy: Energy which a body possesses by virtue of being in motion.
- Electricity: The set of physical phenomena associated with the presence and motion of matter that has a property of electric charge.
Usage
Wind energy is used to power homes, businesses, and industries around the world. It is a clean, renewable source of energy that is becoming increasingly important as the world seeks to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.
Advantages and Disadvantages
Advantages of wind energy include its renewable nature, its low operating costs, and its potential for significant job creation. Disadvantages include its intermittent nature, the need for significant upfront investment, and potential impacts on wildlife and local aesthetics.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wind energy
- Wikipedia's article - Wind energy
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