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Geothermal Energy: Exploration and History

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What are the main ways geothermal energy reaches the earth's surface?

Fumaroles, hot mineral springs, geysers, and mud pots

Volcanoes, fumaroles, hot springs, and mud pots (correct)

Volcanoes, hot mineral springs, geysers, and mud pots

Volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, and steam fields

Which countries have a significant role in geothermal power generation, according to the text?

Kenya, Iceland, El Salvador, and New Zealand (correct)

Italy, Japan, Hungary, and the United States

China, Native Americans, Japan, and Italy

Italy, Iceland, Hungary, and Kenya

What is the main fluid found in geothermal reservoirs?

Superheated steam vapor phase

Saturated liquid-vapor mixture or natural fluid

Steam and very hot water (correct)

Liquid-vapor mixture or superheated steam vapor phase

What initiated the development of geothermal power in Lardarello?

A group of Italians who built an electric generator in 1904 Signup and view all the answers

What are some common uses of hot mineral springs mentioned in the text?

Bathing, cooking, and heating Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'geothermal'?

It comes from Greek words meaning 'Earth's heat' Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Earth produces the heat for geothermal energy?

The mantle, the outer core, and the inner core Signup and view all the answers

What are some common uses of geothermal energy mentioned in the text?

Heating buildings and producing electricity Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the development and production of geothermal energy?

An existing and promising international market Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between depth and temperature according to the text?

The deeper you dig towards the center of the Earth, the warmer it gets Signup and view all the answers