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The hydrologic rock and tectonic cycles are powered by two main energy sources what are the called?

The hydrologic cycle is powered by solar energy, which drives evaporation and precipitation. The tectonic cycle is powered by heat from the Earth's interior, which drives plate tectonics and volcanic activity.


What is energy from heat in earths interior?

The energy from heat in Earth's interior is primarily generated by the decay of radioactive elements and the residual heat from Earth's formation. This heat creates convection currents in the mantle, driving plate tectonics and volcanic activity. It also powers geothermal energy sources that can be harnessed for electricity generation and heating.


What are two sources of thermal energy in Earths interior?

Two sources of thermal energy in Earth's interior are residual heat from the planet's formation over 4.5 billion years ago and radioactive decay of elements like uranium, thorium, and potassium within the Earth's crust and mantle.


How does energy in earths interior cause changes to earths surface?

The energy from the core of the earth causes currents in the molten layers, the way there are currents in the ocean. These currents are what causes the Tectonic Plates to move along the surface of the earth.


All of the energy that drives earths rock cycle comes from?

The energy that drives Earth's rock cycle primarily comes from Earth's interior, specifically from the heat generated by radioactive decay in the mantle and core. This heat drives processes like convection currents in the mantle, which in turn contribute to the movement of tectonic plates and the formation of new rocks through processes like melting and solidification.