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Geothermal energy is an alternative energy source However it is not resourceful enough to replace more than a minor amount of the Earth's energy needs Why is this?
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Drilling through the Earth to reach areas hot enough to create steam is possible, but very expensive and difficult.
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What is an alternative energy that could replace uranium?
Alternative sources of energy: solar, geothermal, wind, biofuels, tidal, urban wastes, etc; but they cannot replace uranium.
Why is Geothermal renewable energy?
Strictly speaking geothermal energy is not renewable as we can't grow or make new energy to replace it. It is however essentially inexhaustible as it is renewed by processes like radioactive decay and tidal friction in the magma.
What type of alternative energy can you use instead of nuclear?
Alternatives are wind, solar, geothermal, hydro, tidal. But I doubt if any or all of these can replace nuclear, at least in industrial countries like the US and Europe.
How do you replace geothermal energy if it ran out?
By heating the Earth. - Geothermal energy is replenished gradually, through the decay of heavy atoms (like uranium, for example), in the Earth's interior. However, over billions of years, this will gradually decrease, as less and less atoms remain.
What alternative is there to replace the rear catalytic converters on a 2003 Nissan frontier?
If the converter is defective there is no alternative. You must replace it.
As can alternate energy replace uranium?
Alternate energies as solar, eolian, geothermal, etc. cannot replace nuclear energy.
How can geothermal energy be used to replace fossil fuels?
it is way better than fossil fuels
What types of drinks are available for runners that help replace lost electrolytes?
Gatorade is formulated to replace lost electrolytes and it tastes great. However, if you are looking for a cheaper alternative you can drink good old fashioned pickle juice.
Can geothermal energy eliminate the need for electricity?
Yes and no. It would only be able to replace some electricity. it would replace solar electricity and thermal but not water.
What alternative can you use to replace onions in cooking?
Shallots, a member of the garlic family
Can I replace my pool chlorine system with an alternative technology?
There is nothing whatsoever to stop you from using what ever in your jugement is a viable alternative pool sanitizing system.
What does Alternative energy cannot effectively replace fossil fuels mean?
It means there is no alternative energy source that can ween humanity off of fossil fuels. Which is presently true, however, given almost every developed nation is pooling their resources to replace fossil fuels, that isn't a timeless answer. Before the latter half of this century, gasoline and every other form, will or begin to exist only in history.
