Geothermal Energy Szn Flashcards
1
Q
The heat within the earth. A renewable energy source because heat continuously produced inside the earth.
A
Geothermal energy
2
Q
More suited for space heating than for electricity production and there is a large amount of them in the U.S
A
Hot water reservoirs
3
Q
A hole dug into the ground can cause steam in the surface. This type is of resource is usually rare in the U.S
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Natural Steam Reservoirs
4
Q
*They use underground steam to directly turn the turbines.
*First type of power plants created.
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Dry steam power plants
5
Q
*Most common type of power plant
pull deep, high pressured hot water that reaches temperature of 360(f) or more to the surface.
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Flash steam power plant
