Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Energy, work and power

Energy, work and power — practice question

A generator turned by a small wind turbine supplies electricity to an isolated village.
(a)[4]

Calculate the efficiency of the turbine and generator.

(b)[1]

If electrical energy is not needed, the generator charges batteries, which then supply electricity during periods with no wind. State the term used for the energy stored in the batteries.

(c)[2]

The large-scale use of wind turbines has environmental and economic impacts. Describe one environmental impact and one economic impact.

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