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Mineral and Power Resources — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8Social StudiesMineral and Power Resources3 Marks
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What is the future of geothermal energy in India? How is it generated?
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Answer

  1. Heat energy obtained from the earth is called geothermal energy.
  2. The temperature in the interior of the earth rises steadily as we go deeper.
  3. Sometimes, this heat energy may surface itself in the form of hot springs.
  4. This heat energy can be used to generate power.
  5. Geothermal energy in the form of hot springs has been used for cooking, heating and bathing for several years.
  6. In India, its plants are located in Manikaran in Himachal Pradesh and Puga Valley in Ladakh.

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