Can Geothermal Energy Power Our Planet?

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Geothermal energy is thermal energy generated and stored within the Earth, originating from its formation, radioactive decay, and volcanic activity. This energy is characterized by the geothermal gradient, which measures the temperature difference between the Earth's core and its surface. The continuous conduction of heat from the core to the surface is a key aspect of geothermal energy. Understanding these processes is essential for harnessing geothermal energy effectively. Overall, geothermal energy represents a significant and sustainable energy source.
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Geothermal energy is thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth. Thermal energy is energy that determines the temperature of matter. Earth's geothermal energy originates from the original formation of the planet, from radioactive decay of minerals and from volcanic activity. The geothermal gradient, which is the difference in temperature between the core of the planet and its surface, drives a continuous conduction of thermal energy in the form of heat from the core to the surface.
 
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