what is Geothermal energy?
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Geothermal energy is heat within the earth. The word geothermal comes from the Greek words geo (earth) and therme (heat). Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source because heat is continuously produced inside the earth. People use geothermal heat for bathing, to heat buildings, and to generate electricity.
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Explanation:
DEFINITION:
Geothermal energy is the thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth. Thermal energy is the energy that determines the temperature of matter. The geothermal energy of the Earth's crust originates from the original formation of the planet and from radioactive decay of materials.
DEPTH
It may be possible to collect geothermal energy from depths down to 10,000 m, according to Norwegian researchers. Commonly used geothermal energy comes from a depth of 150-200 m where temperatures are around 6-8°C.
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