What type of energy is derived from heated groundwater?

The correct answer is B. Geothermal energy.

Geothermal energy is derived from heat within the Earth. The heat comes from two main sources: (1) the decay of radioactive elements in the Earth’s crust and (2) primordial heat left over from the formation of the Earth. Geothermal energy can be used to generate electricity, heat homes and businesses, and provide hot water.

Solar energy is derived from the sun. The sun is a giant ball of hot plasma that emits a tremendous amount of energy in the form of light and heat. Solar energy can be used to generate

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