Wind-+Uses

=Uses of Wind Energy =

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===Wind energy has proven to be extremely useful, and a rather clean source of energy. The energy harnessed from the wind is mainly put to work. ﻿  The kinetic energy from the wind can be changed into mechanical, or electrical energy. ===

=== The cost of the wind turbine can be $1.2 million to $2.1 million. Most of the wind turbines installed are 2MW in size, and cost about $3.5 million installed. [|Wind turbines] come in different sizes. The cost of a wind turbine depends on the varying sizes. Price also depends on the location the turbine is going to be installed at. ===

===There are many different uses for this form of energy. The energy harvested from wind is mainly used to put things to work; it's also been used to travel the world, manufacture products and in agriculture. The [|kinetic energy] can be changed in mechanical energy or even electrical energy. The wind picks up and it lifts the sail for the sailors. Another use for wind is pumping water into a well. It's also used to turn large grinding stones to grind wheat and corn. Wind is used to produce electricity. The electricity from wind can be used to power many buildings and homes.===

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