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Yes. It is possible to use such heat, and that is indeed done. For example, water is pumped down into the Earth, and it comes out hot. Please note that (1) this works because the hot water coming out has a higher temperature than the surrounding environment, and (2) it is not possible, even in theory, to convert all heat into other forms of energy. Part of the heat will be transferred directly to the environment.

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What is the major heat source of earth's crust?

there are many reasons for heat in earths crust. like the friction between rock masses during movements of earths crust. there may also be heat left over from the original heat of earths interior. but the main reason for heat in earths crust is radioactive elements. they give off energy that can be absorbed as heat. some radioactive elements include uranium, thorium, and a form of potassium.


How is heat transfer in the earths mantle related to the movement of the earths crust?

Heat transfer in the Earth's mantle drives the movement of the Earth's crust through the process of convection. As mantle material heats up, it becomes less dense and rises, causing the overlying crust to move. At the same time, cooler mantle material sinks back down, completing the cycle of heat transfer and driving the continuous motion of tectonic plates.


What is the stable temperature of the earths crust is important in the production of?

The stable temperature of the Earth's crust is important in the production of geothermal energy. This temperature determines the viability of harnessing heat from beneath the Earth's surface to generate electricity or provide heating. A stable temperature allows for more efficient and reliable extraction of geothermal energy.


What renewable energy source do you use to heat the earth?

Geothermal energy is used to heat the earth. This is done by capturing the heat from the Earth's core through geothermal power plants, which convert it into usable energy to heat buildings or generate electricity.


Converts fuel particles into usable energy?

Fuel particles are broken down through a process called combustion or nuclear fission, releasing energy in the form of heat. This heat energy is then converted into electricity or used to power mechanical processes through turbines or engines.

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Heat energy generated within the earth is called what?

my answer is the heat energy is magmaThe heat energy in earths crust is geothermal energy


What is the major heat source of earth's crust?

there are many reasons for heat in earths crust. like the friction between rock masses during movements of earths crust. there may also be heat left over from the original heat of earths interior. but the main reason for heat in earths crust is radioactive elements. they give off energy that can be absorbed as heat. some radioactive elements include uranium, thorium, and a form of potassium.


How do deposits of minerals form deep inside the earths crust?

by heat and pressure


How do changes in heat energy affect the density of earths mantle material?

How do changes in heat energy affect the density of earths mantle material


What is energy conservation and why should citizens conserve energy?

Energy conservation is that energy cannot be created or destroyed it can be transferred or transformed. We conserve energy no matter what we do. What we are really being told is to conserve usable energy which is energy not in the form of heat. We are told this to avoid the heat death of the universe this is when all the usable energy is lost due to heat.


What forms the energy in the deep sea hydrothermal vents?

The heat of the lava beneath the earths crust. hence the reason all the black dust and particulates come spewing out of it.


What means earths heat?

Geothermal energy.


What is the heat engine?

a machine that transforms heat into machanical energy, or work


What is non usable energy?

Non-usable energy refers to forms of energy that cannot easily be converted into a usable form for practical purposes. This could include energy that is lost as waste heat in a system or energy that is stored in a form that is difficult to access or utilize. Examples include excess heat produced by engines or energy trapped in inaccessible underground reservoirs.


Where is the earths energy released?

Earths energy is released when there is too much heat inside of Earth and volcano's erupt.


HOW DOES SUN ENERGY AFFECT EARTHS ATMOSPHERE?

Heat!!


How does the Suns energy affect earths atmosphere?

Heat!!