Geothermal

There's really only one reason why geothermal energy isn't used everywhere: not everywhere on the planet has some measure of geological activity, which is required for the potential of geothermal energy to exist.

Underground reservoirs of water are heated by geological activity, such as earthquakes and volcanoes. This water turns to steam and expands. It is the force this steam can exert through its own natural convection that geothermal activity taps into to generate energy.

Therefore, geothermal couldn't be done in areas that aren't geologically active, such as the Sahara Desert.

Geothermal energy is derived from energy in the Earth's crust. In places where there is a lot of underground heat very close to the surface, it can be removed and simply used. In places where this cannot be done, it can be drawn out with heat pumps.

The heat in the Earth can come from either of two sources. One is the internal heat of the parts of the Earth below the crust, and the other is the sun. The heat of the core of the Earth is partly residual heat from the formation of the Earth, and partly from radioactive decay of materials in the Earth.

By pumping cold water into a fissure and making use of the heated water. Either by pre-warming it before heating further, thus saving energy, or if the water turns to steam, using that to drive turbines.

The cost to build a geothermal power plant can vary widely depending on factors such as location, size, technology used, and site-specific characteristics. On average, the upfront capital cost for constructing a geothermal power plant can range from $2 million to $6 million per megawatt (MW) of capacity. It's important to note that while geothermal plants have higher upfront costs compared to some other renewable energy sources, they have lower operating and maintenance costs over their lifetime.

I should think not.

The center of the earth heats up because of the large mass of the earth which creates the gravity. The gravity of the earth packs the particles very tightly together creating high pressures. When particles are under high pressure they vibrate more violently together which creates heat. Therefore until the universe explodes the earth's core should continue creating in-expendable amounts of heat.

Don't hold me to this answer - but it makes sense to me

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The Earth's internal heat is from natural radioactive decay of uranium and its active by-products, not from compression, as is the initial condition within a young star before nuclear fusion can start.

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Early geologists did think the Earth's internal heat was that left from its original accretion, and so tried to calculate the planet's age from its black-body radiation cooling curve - but soon realised this gave an answer far short of reality. Your hypothesis is roughly the same as that.

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As for the universe exploding... it may eventually shrink but the Sun will have died as a red giant and scorched the Earth to a cinder long by then.

Not everywhere is suitable for geothermal, as it needs suitable hot rocks not too far below the surface of the earth. It is also easier to keep buying and burning coal in existing power stations. Only when the old power stations have to be renewed do business and governments think of renewable energy.

Geothermal energy is harnessed from the natural heat of the Earth. ... To produce electricity, hot water or steam extracted from high temperature geothermal reservoirs in the Earth's crust is piped to steam turbines at electric utilities that drive generators.

No, geothermal energy is not free. While the source of geothermal energy itself is renewable and essentially unlimited, the equipment and infrastructure needed to harness and utilize geothermal energy require investment and maintenance, which incur costs.

Geothermal power stations have advantages such as being renewable, reliable, and producing low greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels. They also have a small physical footprint and can provide a constant source of energy.

There are some very deep sources of radiogenic heat with geothermal power potential, like the Cooper Basin in Australia which lies 4.2 kilometres or over 2.5 miles underground. In other places in the world heat is harvested very close to the surface like The Geysers, a geothermal field in California.

Geothermal energy is derived from the Earth's internal heat, not from the sun. This heat is created by the decay of radioactive elements in the Earth's core and is trapped beneath the Earth's surface, making it independent of solar energy.

Geothermal energy is possible where there is high heat flow from the Earth's mantle close to the surface, often found in areas along tectonic plate boundaries. These regions typically have active volcanoes, geysers, or hot springs which indicate a source of geothermal heat that can be harnessed for energy production.

Geothermal power is a kind of renewable energy that; as other renewable energies; doesn't add much pollution to the environment. It is good source of energy. The problem is that not all countries have this source of power. The other problem is that geothermal power plants are usually of small power ratings.

No, there are very little hidden costs. geothermal energy is clean and non-polluting. It releases no carbon dioxide (CO2) to cause global warming. It has no social costs, as it is a renewable energy source. This makes it a very suitable substitute for fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas), the burning of which in industry, transport and the generation of electricity is causing climate change.

Geothermal energy does not directly help form rocks. Rocks are typically formed through processes like cooling of magma, weathering, and compression of sediment. Geothermal energy, instead, originates from the heat within the Earth's crust and is harnessed for electricity generation, heating, and other applications.

Geothermal energy is considered good because it is a renewable energy source that produces low emissions, provides a consistent baseload power supply, and can be used for heating and cooling purposes as well. It is considered environmentally friendly and reliable compared to fossil fuels.

Materials needed for a geothermal energy system include a heat pump, underground pipes for heat exchange, a circulating fluid (often water mixed with antifreeze), and a distribution system to transfer the heat into a building or for electricity generation. Additionally, a properly designed system will require a thorough understanding of the geology and hydrology of the site to ensure efficient heat exchange.

Solar energy, wind energy, and geothermal energy are all examples of renewable energy resources.

Yes, there is a difference between a geothermal heat pump and a traditional heat pump. A geothermal heat pump uses the ground or water as a heat source in the winter and a heat sink in the summer, whereas a traditional heat pump typically uses outdoor air as the heat source or sink. Geothermal heat pumps are more energy efficient and environmentally friendly compared to traditional heat pumps.

It is either true or false..

I go with true because it can tear up the habitat in which is not good forthe geothermal stuff that is heat and diff things from under the ground so yeah

its true.

1-dig the ground deep that it is sometimes difficult to dig the hard rocks.

2-I it is not available everywhere and near the surface at anytime.

3-It is hard to collect the energy itself and make it flow in one direction.

One problem with geothermal energy sources is that they are location-specific, meaning they can only be utilized in areas with suitable geological conditions. Additionally, the initial cost of setting up geothermal power plants can be high. There may also be concerns about the release of greenhouse gases and other potentially harmful substances during the extraction and conversion of geothermal energy.

Yes, some volcanoes can create geothermal energy due to the heat from magma underground. This heat can be harnessed by drilling wells to access hot water or steam, which can then be used to generate electricity in geothermal power plants. The volcanic activity provides a natural source of renewable energy.