Geothermal Energy

Where does geothermal energy come from?

• Wind

• Ocean tides and waves     

• Heat from the Earth

• Sunlight

Which of the following is NOT renewable energy?

• Sunlight

• Geothermal Energy     

• Fossil Fuel

• Wind

In a geothermal power plant, heat is converted to what form of energy?

• Thermal

  Energy          

• Mechanical Energy     

• Electrical

  Energy

• Radiant

  Energy

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The deeper one travels into the Earth, the cooler the temperature becomes.

• True

• False

• Cannot be determined

What does it mean when we say that geothermal energy is 'sustainable'?

• That it will not be used up

• That there is a limited supply

• That it generates greenhouse gases

• That it can be used anywhere on Earth

The use of geothermal energy can lower oil prices by reducing the need for

       fossil fuels.

• True

• False

• Cannot be determined

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

What do you call a machine with blades that are rotated by the forceful

    movement of liquid, gas, water, or steam?

• Generator

• Turbine

• Reservoir

• Breaker

What do you call a machine that converts mechanical power into electricity by

     spinning copper wires (conductors) within a magnetic field?

• Generator

• Turbine

• Reservoir  

• Breaker

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Which part of the geothermal power plant allows the mixing of water and air to   

     lower the temperature of hot water?

• Generator

• Cooling Towers           

• Injection Well

• Geothermal Reservoir

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What potential environmental issues can occur when building a geothermal

       energy plant?

• The burning of fossil fuels

• Water pollution from the chemicals

• Toxic gases can be released when drilling

• All of the above

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