Geothermal

• What is geothermal energy?

  Thermal energy generated and stored in the earth's crust
• Where does the heat energy in geothermal energy originate from?

  From the initial formation of the planet and radioactive decay of materials
• What type of energy heats hot springs around the world?

  Geothermal energy
• How can geothermal energy be used?

  Either directly for heat or to generate electricity
• What is the cheaper method of using geothermal energy?

  Using it directly for heat
• Describe the process of using geothermal energy for heating.

  Pumping water down into the ground, allowing it to warm up, then pumping it back up
• How is electricity generated from geothermal energy?

  Water is heated underground until it turns to steam, which drives turbines
• What is required for geothermal energy generation?

  Hot rocks near the surface in volcanic regions
• What is a disadvantage of geothermal power plants?

  They can be quite expensive to build
• What is an environmental benefit of geothermal energy?

  It damages the environment very slightly during installation
• What pollutants does geothermal energy produce while running?

  It does not produce pollutants like carbon dioxide
• Is geothermal energy a renewable resource?

  Yes, it is a renewable resource
• How reliable is geothermal energy over time?

  It is reliable over long periods
• What are the pros and cons of geothermal energy?

  Pros:

  • Renewable resource
  • Low environmental impact during operation
  • Reliable over long periods

  
  

  Cons:

  • Limited to certain geographical areas
  • High initial construction costs