Generating Electricity Flashcards
1
Q
What is geothermal power?
A
Steam rises to the surface is the earth, or is not far below it. The steam can be collected and pipes to a power station to drive the turbines directly.
Geothermal energy does not have any fuel costs.
2
Q
What sources are used to generate electricity?
A
Fossil fuels, biomass or the sun. This type of power station is called a thermal power station.