What Is the Average Increase in Temperature Along the Geothermal

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is the average increase in temperature along the geothermal gradient in the upper crust?

• A)13°C per km
• B)25°C per km
• C)30°C per km
• D)42°C per km

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