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How are windmills used?

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The two main uses for windmills are pumping water from a well and generating electricity.

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What did windmills used to be used for?
Mainly to grind corn and other seeds, turning them to flour.
Why are windmills used?
windmills are used now for mainly wind energy but in the old times the dutch used them to grind corn and wheat for flour
What can windmills be used for?
Windmills can be used to power the planet. In Ireland 200 windmills power 10% of the homes in Ireland. Windmills can be used to power the computer screen you're looking at right now.Wind energy.
Where are windmills used?
Windmills can be used in different countries
What are windmills used for?
Windmills are used to kill birds