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The Earth's external heat engine is the Sun. It constantly emits light, heat, and energy which are absorbed by the Earth.

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How is the earths external heat engine driven?

By the Sun or Solar Energy


What are earths two heat engines?

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Has a heat source located outside the engine?

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Is furnace an internal or external combustion engine?

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