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100
Geothermal energy is a exhaustible energy source
False
100
Where does geothermal energy come from?
The Earth itself
100
One of the main sources of energy in this country is geothermal?
Iceland
200
There is more than one layer in the core of the crust.
True. There is inner and outer
200
How do we use geothermal energy?
By tapping on earths heat
200
Would Guelph be a good spot for Geothermal?
No
300
Geothermal energy finds its way to the surface by volcanoes and hot springs but no geysers.
False.
300
How is geothermal energy used to generate electricity?
Steam rotates the turbine which creates the energy
300
Where does the water come from that we use to power our turbines?
From super heated pools of water in the rocks in the earth
400
Geothermal damages rivers
False.
400
How is geothermal energy naturally stored and released?
It is generated and stored in the earth
400
Other than Dry steam and Binary, what is the third type of Geothermal power plant?
Flash Steam
500
Geothermal plants are most often located near areas of high tectonic activity
True.
500
How many types of geothermal power plants are there
3
500
What tectonic area has the most geothermal?
Ring of Fire