Question

brief explanation of geothermal energy

Answer 1

Geothermal energy (from the Greek roots geo, meaning earth, and thermos, meaning heat) isenergy made by heat inside the Earth's crust. ... When used to generate electricity, geothermalpower plants typically offer constant output.

We can also use geothermal energy to make electricity. A geothermal power plant works by tapping into steam orhot water reservoirs underground; the heat is used to drive an electrical generator. Most geothermal plants are located in the western United States, where hot water reservoirs are common.