Q.

Is it true that the heat inside the Earth can be utilized as a source of energy and is called geothermal energy?


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a

True

b

False 

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

The above statement is True.
Geothermal energy is the energy formed from the heat within the Earth. This heat comes from the fission of radioactive materials naturally present in these rocks. Hot rocks in the Earth's core emit heat, generating steam and pressure and thus coming out of the Earth's surface. This steam is used to run turbines and produce electricity. Water bodies, mainly oceans cover 71 % of the of Earth's surface. Therefore, geothermal energy is available only in some places in the world.
 
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