The Current Practice of Geothermal Power Generation May Not Always

question 19

Multiple Choice

The current practice of geothermal power generation may not always provide a practical renewable energy source because ___________

• A)in some instances, pollution emissions can be very high
• B)in some cases, the heated groundwater is used much faster than it is recharged
• C)geologically heated groundwater is unsuitable for these plants and must be purified first
• D)in many cases, the magma is used faster than it is recharged
• E)power plants have high maintenance costs

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