What is the primary source of heat in geothermal energy?

Geothermal Energy Concepts and Challenges

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Solar radiation
Radioactive decay in Earth's core
Wind currents
Ocean tides
2.
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How is electricity generated using geothermal energy?
By burning fossil fuels
By harnessing solar panels
By capturing wind energy
By using steam to turn turbines
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a common misconception about ground source heat pumps?
They are powered by solar energy
They are the same as geothermal energy
They require no electricity
They are used only in summer
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do ground source heat pumps function in winter?
They absorb heat from the air
They release heat into the ground
They absorb heat from the ground
They use solar panels
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a key difference between ground source heat pumps and true geothermal systems?
True geothermal systems require deep drilling
Ground source heat pumps use wind energy
Ground source heat pumps are used only in summer
True geothermal systems are powered by solar energy
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?
It uses solar panels
The Earth's core heat is inexhaustible
It relies on wind currents
It uses ocean tides
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major environmental benefit of geothermal energy?
It produces no waste
It emits fewer air pollutants than fossil fuels
It requires no water
It is available everywhere
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