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Geothermal Energy Quiz 6th grade class work

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 3600secs

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does the word 'geothermal' mean?

a)

Rock and soil

b)

Fire and air

c)

Water and steam

d)

Earth and heat

2.

Where does geothermal energy come from?

a)

The Earth's core

b)

The oceans

c)

The Earth's crust

d)

The atmosphere

3.

What is the simplest type of geothermal energy system?

a)

Dry Steam

b)

Binary

c)

Hydro

d)

Flash Steam

4.

What temperature range is needed for Flash Steam plants?

a)

Below 100°C

b)

Above 400°C

c)

Between 180°C and 350°C

d)

Between 100°C and 180°C

5.

What do Binary plants use to generate electricity?

a)

Direct steam

b)

Hot water

c)

Geothermal water and a secondary liquid

d)

Cold water

6.

Which of the following is NOT a use of geothermal energy?

a)

Making fossil fuels

b)

Generating electricity

c)

Farming

d)

Heating buildings

7.

What is one benefit of geothermal energy?

a)

It pollutes the air

b)

It is expensive to use

c)

It is a non-renewable resource

d)

It is a clean energy source

8.

Which country is known for its use of geothermal energy for electricity?

a)

Canada

b)

Russia

c)

Iceland

d)

Brazil

9.

What can geothermal energy be used for in farming?

a)

Heating greenhouses

b)

Making fertilizers

c)

Irrigating fields

d)

Pesticide production

10.

What is the main component of the Earth's core?

a)

Water

b)

Iron and nickel

c)

Coal

d)

Sand

11.

How does geothermal energy help the environment?

a)

By creating waste

b)

By using more water

c)

By reducing dependence on fossil fuels

d)

By increasing pollution

12.

What is a geothermal heat pump used for?

a)

Storing water

b)

Cooling buildings

c)

Heating buildings

d)

Generating wind energy

13.

What happens to hot water in Flash Steam plants?

a)

It is cooled down

b)

It is turned into steam

c)

It is stored underground

d)

It is used for bathing

14.

What is one way geothermal energy is used for relaxation?

a)

Building hotels

b)

Creating spas

c)

Natural hot springs

d)

Heating swimming pools

15.

Why is geothermal energy considered renewable?

a)

It is only available in certain seasons

b)

It can run out quickly

c)

It is constantly replenished by the Earth

d)

It is made from fossil fuels

16.

What is a common environmental concern associated with geothermal energy?

a)

Air pollution

b)

Soil erosion

c)

Water depletion

d)

Deforestation

17.

Which type of geothermal system is often used for residential heating?

a)

Dry Steam

b)

Binary

c)

Flash Steam

d)

Geothermal heat pump

18.

What is the primary source of heat for geothermal energy?

a)

Solar radiation

b)

Volcanic activity

c)

Wind energy

d)

Fossil fuels

19.

What is the name of the most common type of geothermal power plant?

(a)  

20.

The Greek word "geo" means (a)   ?