Question

Geothermal energy is the thermal energy present ________.

• A. On the surface of the earth
• B. In the interior of the earth
• C. On the surface of the ocean
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B In the interior of the earth

Geothermal energy refers to the heat and electricity produced by using the heat from the interior of the Earth. Geothermal energy refers to the heat and electricity produced by using the heat from the interior of the Earth. Groundwater in such areas absorbs heat from the rocks and becomes hot. It is so hot that when it rises to the earth’s surface, it turns into steam. This steam is used to drive turbines and generate electricity.