Question

what can be used as a generator to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy on a small scale?

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

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• An electric generator is a device that converts a form of energy into electricity. ...
• Electromagnetic generators use an electromagnet—a magnet produced by electricity—not a traditional magnet. ...
• Most of U.S. and world electricity generation is from electric power plants that use a turbine to drive electricity generators.

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