geothermal

• What is geothermal energy?

  Thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth
• Where does geothermal energy originate from?

  Initial formation of the planet and radioactive decay
• What type of energy heats hot springs?

  Geothermal energy
• How can geothermal energy be used directly?

  For heating homes
• What is the cheaper method of using geothermal energy?

  Pumping water down to heat it
• How does geothermal energy generate electricity?

  Water is heated to steam, turning turbines
• What is required for geothermal energy to be used effectively?

  Volcanic regions with hot rocks
• What is a drawback of geothermal power plants?

  They can be expensive to build
• What environmental impact does geothermal energy have during operation?

  It produces no pollutants like carbon dioxide
• Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?

  It is continuously replenished by the Earth
• What are the pros and cons of geothermal energy?

  Pros:

  • Renewable resource
  • Reliable over long periods
  • Minimal environmental damage during operation
  • No pollutants produced

  
  

  Cons:

  • Limited to specific geographic areas
  • High initial construction costs