Energy from Wind and Water Flashcards
1
Q
How does wind power work?
A
Wind trubines generate electricity as the wind turns the turbine blades. This turns a generator which produces electricity
2
Q
How does HEP (Hydroelectric Power) work?
A
When rainwater collected in a reservoir flows downhill into a turbine that turn electricity generators
3
Q
How does wave power work?
A
Waves make a floating generator move up and down which turns the generator, creating electricity
