How enhanced geothermal systems work

The video tutorial explains the process of geothermal energy production. It begins with water being injected into natural fractures in the ground, where the pressure widens these fractures. As the water travels through the ground, it heats up and ascends through the production well to the surface. The hot water then produces steam, which drives a turbine to generate electricity.

What is the initial step in the geothermal energy process?

• Electricity is generated.

• Steam drives a turbine.

• Water reaches natural fractures in the ground.

• Water is heated underground.

What happens to the water as it travels through the ground?

• It cools down.

• It remains at the same temperature.

• It turns into steam immediately.

• It becomes hot.

Where does the hot water travel after it becomes heated?

• Into a cooling system.

• Directly into the turbine.

• Into the surrounding rock.

• Back to the surface through the production well.

What is produced from the hot water that reaches the surface?

• Steam.

• Natural gas.

• Cold water.

• Electricity directly.

What role does the steam play in the geothermal energy process?

• It widens the fractures.

• It is stored for later use.

• It drives the turbine to generate electricity.

• It cools the system.