Wind turbines convert which of the following energy into mechanical energy?

Potential energy

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Kinetic energy

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Solar energy

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is C Kinetic energy
Kinetic energy,
Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power. This mechanical power can be used for specific tasks (such as grinding grain or pumping water) or a generator can convert this mechanical power into electricity to power homes, businesses, schools, and the like.

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