Geothermal Energy Quiz - by TrShweyee

What is the source of geothermal energy?

• Coal

• Wind

• Sunlight

• Earth's crust

Which type of geothermal power plant is the most common?

• Dry steam power plant

• Solar power plant

• Nuclear power plant

• Wind power plant

How does a flash steam power plant generate electricity?

• By using solar panels

• By flashing hot fluid into vapor

• By burning coal

• By converting wind energy

What is the purpose of a binary cycle plant in geothermal energy production?

• To recycle wastewater

• To produce electricity using two types of fluid

• To generate solid waste

• To cool down the earth's crust

What are the environmental benefits of geothermal energy?

• High emissions and large physical footprint

• Low emissions and small physical footprint

• High dependence on fossil fuels

• High environmental impact

How can geothermal energy help recycle wastewater?

• By evaporating it into the atmosphere

• By dumping it in landfills

• By releasing it into the ocean

• By injecting it into the ground to generate energy

What percentage of today's energy needs could be supplied by untapped geothermal resources in the United States?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

Which region in the United States already receives about 60% of its power from geothermal energy?

• Midwest

• Northern California coast

• Southern California

• East Coast

What is the main goal of geothermal energy in the United States?

• To reduce energy demands

• To minimize environmental impact

• To achieve energy independence

• To increase dependence on fossil fuels

What is the primary advantage of geothermal energy over traditional fossil fuels?

• Renewable and clean

• Limited availability

• Higher cost

• High emissions