SSC
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
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Question
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A major renewable energy resource in Iceland, as they are able to harness the heat from inside the earth and convert it to electricity
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Geothermal Energy
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Wind Power
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Hydroelectricity
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Coal
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Iceland uses geothermal energy to provide water and heat to residents.
Detailed explanation-2: -Geothermal electricity Icelandic geothermal power plants drill wells (to a depth of over 2km) to extract hot water vapour. The vapour is separated into liquid water and steam in so-called separators. The steam is then run through turbines that turn to produce electricity.
Detailed explanation-3: -Iceland is a pioneer in the use of geothermal energy for space heating. Generating electricity with geothermal energy has increased significantly in recent years. Geothermal power facilities currently generate 25% of the country’s total electricity production.
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