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What is the origin of the word geothermal?
From Greek words geo (Earth) and therme (heat)
Why is geothermal energy considered a renewable energy source?
Because heat is continuously produced inside the Earth
How is hot groundwater primarily utilized in geothermal energy generation?
To generate electricity
What characteristics are essential for a geothermal resource to be viable?
Abundance of heat and water, high permeability
What is the main objective of the USGS Geothermal Resource Investigations Project?
To identify, map, and assess geothermal resources
Learn about geothermal energy, a renewable energy source derived from heat within the Earth's crust. Discover how hot groundwater is used for electricity generation, heating buildings, and bathing. Explore the origins of the term 'geothermal' and its connection to volcanic activity.
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