Multiple choice

What is a disadvantage of wind energy?

  1. Wind is free

  2. Wind energy generates no greenhouse gases

  3. few safety risks

  4. Need a lot of turbines to produce a lot of electricity
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Wind energy requires a large number of turbines spread over a significant area to generate a substantial amount of electricity, which is a logistical and land-use challenge.

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