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*[http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/sources/renewable/geothermal.html Geothermal Energy] - Energy Kid's Page, US [[Department of Energy]] | *[http://www.eia.doe.gov/kids/energyfacts/sources/renewable/geothermal.html Geothermal Energy] - Energy Kid's Page, US [[Department of Energy]] | ||
*[http://dsc.discovery.com/news/2008/12/09/rift-valley-geothermal.html Africa's Rift Valley: Geothermal Gold Mine] | *[http://dsc.discovery.com/news/2008/12/09/rift-valley-geothermal.html Africa's Rift Valley: Geothermal Gold Mine] | ||
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Revision as of 20:10, December 10, 2008
Geothermal energy is heat from within the earth. We can use the steam and hot water produced inside the earth to heat buildings or generate electricity. Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source because the water is replenished by rainfall and the heat is continuously produced inside the earth.
Links
- Geothermal Energy - Energy Kid's Page, US Department of Energy
- Africa's Rift Valley: Geothermal Gold Mine