How Do Geothermal Power Plants Work

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Multiple Choice

How do geothermal power plants work?

• A)They actively move heat from underground into an overlying structure in order to remove or add heat to the structure.
• B)They utilize steam released from hydrothermal reservoirs to spin turbines and produce electricity.
• C)They use the heat from hot rocks located in earthquake zones to heat coal.
• D)They use heat from volcanic eruptions to boil water and create steam that can power a turbine.
• E)They funnel hot steam into people's homes so that it can be used as a heat source.

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