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Were does geothermal energy come from?

Geothermal energy comes from the heat stored beneath the earth's surface in the form of hot water and steam. This heat is generated from the decay of radioactive materials in the Earth's core and from leftover heat from the Earth's formation.


How does most energy move through earths system?

Most of the energy from the sun that enters Earth's system is absorbed by the surface and then radiated back into the atmosphere as heat. This heat drives atmospheric circulation patterns, ocean currents, and weather systems, ultimately shaping Earth's climate.


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 much heat does the earths mantel?

The Earth's mantle is responsible for generating most of the planet's heat through radioactive decay of elements like uranium, thorium, and potassium. It is estimated to produce around 47 terawatts of heat energy. This heat drives geological processes like plate tectonics and mantle convection.


What is the name of the temperature scale used to measure earths heat?

The temperature scale used to measure Earth's heat is called the Celsius scale.