A turbina eólica
Example: A turbina eólica gerou energia suficiente para a cidade toda.
Definition
"A turbina eólica" is a device that converts wind energy into mechanical power, which can then be transformed into electricity. It is commonly used to generate renewable energy, often seen as large structures with rotating blades driven by the wind.
Etymology
The term "a turbina eólica" comes from Portuguese, where "turbina" means turbine, derived from the Latin 'turbo,' meaning a spinning or whirling object. "Eólica" relates to the wind, coming from the Greek god Aeolus, ruler of the winds. So, "a turbina eólica" literally means a turbine powered by wind.
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the wind turbine