Geothermal Energy in the Philippines

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What is the primary purpose of geothermal power plants?

  • To use steam from deep within the Earth to generate electricity (correct)
  • To extract molten rock from the Earth's crust
  • To provide heat for buildings using hot springs
  • To cool down the Earth's surface near geysers

Where are some of the geothermal power plants located in the Philippines?

  • Manila and Quezon City
  • Cebu and Davao City
  • Tiwi, Kidapawan, and Valencia (correct)
  • Baguio and Tagaytay

What happens when water is pumped to the surface in a geothermal power plant?

  • It cools down the surrounding areas instantly
  • It condenses into steam due to a drop in pressure (correct)
  • It turns into molten rock due to high pressure
  • It solidifies into rocks upon reaching the surface

What is a VOLCANO defined as in the text?

<p>An opening in the Earth's crust for molten rock (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a HOT SPRING according to the text?

<p>A source of water with a temperature higher than its surroundings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where would you expect to find a FUMAROLE based on the text?

<p>Near volcanic regions emitting vapors and gases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of geothermal energy?

<p>The Earth's interior heat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Philippines' total power generation is produced from geothermal energy?

<p>14.4% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of geothermal system utilizes steam from natural resources such as geysers?

<p>Conventional Geothermal System (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between geothermal power plants and geothermal heat pumps?

<p>Geothermal power plants use deeper heat sources, while heat pumps use shallower heat sources. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of geothermal energy production compared to other energy sources?

<p>Geothermal energy production is more environmentally friendly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between conventional and supercritical geothermal systems?

<p>Conventional systems use steam from natural resources, while supercritical systems use naturally occurring hot water or steam. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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