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What is Geothermal energy? How can it be harnessed to produce electrical energy.

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The energy obtained from the earth.s crust is called Geothermal energy When underground water comes in contact with hot spots, steam is generated. The steam is taken out through pipe to a turbine to produce electricity.
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