Wind power is a _____ source of energy.

Polluting

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Non-polluting

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Damaging

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is D Non-polluting
The energy in which wind is used to generate electricity is known as wind energy. Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power. This mechanical power is then used for various purposes. Wind energy is a free and renewable resource. It is a clean and non-polluting source of energy.

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