Question

Compare the thermal energy of the Sun to geothermal energy in the interior of Earth by answering the following questions:
How does the Sun’s energy reach Earth’s surface?
How does geothermal energy reach Earth’s surface?
Which naturally occurring source of energy are we not yet able to harness and use? Can you think of any others?
Which two forms of energy are most widely used in Canada? Give an example of how each form of energy is used.

Answer 1

Answer:

1. sun's energy reaches earth's surface by radiation.

2.it reaches by conduction and convection.

3.the sources are lightning , also others are hurricanes and volcanoes.

4. the two energy forms are electricity and and thermal . examples are:

1) using electronic devices at homes.

2) heating up their homes in winter.