Wind power is generated by harnessing the kinetic energy of moving air with wind turbines, which convert the energy into electricity. Hydroelectric power involves capturing the gravitational potential energy of water stored in dams and converting it into electricity as it flows through turbines.
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Wind power harnesses the kinetic energy of moving air with wind turbines. As the wind blows, it turns the turbine blades, which spin a rotor connected to a generator, producing electricity.
Hydroelectric power utilizes flowing water in rivers or dams. The force of the water turns turbines connected to generators, converting the kinetic energy of the flowing water into electricity.