Science of Wind – Exit Ticket

Summary

Exit ticket asking students to explain why a community might choose not to rely entirely on wind power despite its advantages. Requires synthesis of intermittency, grid reliability, and energy trade-offs — concepts central to APES Unit 6 and HS Earth Science energy units. One prompt, quick to administer, easy to collect.


Wind is a free and abundant resource, but wind energy still has limitations.

Why do you think communities might choose not to rely entirely on wind power for their electricity needs? Explain your reasoning.

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