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Which of the following is one of the reasons why people live close to volcanoes?
Which of the following is one of the reasons why people live close to volcanoes?
- The availability of geothermal energy (correct)
- The destructive nature of volcanoes
- The wide range of effects of volcanoes on humans
- The popularity of tourist attractions near volcanoes
What is one way geothermal energy is utilized near volcanoes?
What is one way geothermal energy is utilized near volcanoes?
- By extracting minerals from the magma
- By using the steam to power vehicles
- By using the heat from the magma to warm buildings
- By using the steam to generate electricity (correct)
Which countries use geothermal energy for electricity generation near volcanoes?
Which countries use geothermal energy for electricity generation near volcanoes?
- Iceland and New Zealand (correct)
- Italy and Greece
- Mexico and Chile
- Japan and Indonesia
What is the Blue Lagoon in Iceland known for?
What is the Blue Lagoon in Iceland known for?
What is one benefit of living close to volcanoes?
What is one benefit of living close to volcanoes?
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