Chemistry · Matter and its nature, Dalton's atomic theory

What is geothermal energy?

What is geothermal energy?

  • A. Ocean thermal energy
  • B. Interior heat of the earth.
  • C. Energy obtained from the heat of hot dry rocks
  • D. None of these

Step-by-step solution

Geothermal energy is defined as the heat from the Earth's interior. It originates from the Earth's core and is used for power generation and heating. Option A refers to ocean thermal energy, which is different. Option C describes a specific method of extracting geothermal energy from hot dry rocks, but it is not the general definition. Therefore, option B is correct.
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