Which of the following are disadvantages of wind power?
I. Wind farms use large portions of land, which cannot be used for other purposes.
II. Wind farms are undependable since winds are not always present when needed.
III. Wind power generation is extremely expensive and hence not cost competitive with other fuels.
IV. Wind power is nonrenewable; once it is used up, it cannot be replenished.

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I and II are correct. Wind farms do require significant land, which can limit other land uses, and wind power is indeed variable, depending on weather conditions. However, wind power is renewable and has become increasingly cost-competitive with other energy sources, making III and IV incorrect.

Which of the Following Are Disadvantages of Wind Power