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Geothermal Energy for Students

The document is a module on geothermal energy for a Science 9 course, detailing the process of converting geothermal energy to electrical energy through a series of steps. It includes an activity for students to identify the advantages and disadvantages of geothermal energy, as well as questions about the Earth's layers and their thermal properties. The module aims to educate students on the mechanisms and implications of utilizing geothermal energy.

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Geothermal Energy for Students

The document is a module on geothermal energy for a Science 9 course, detailing the process of converting geothermal energy to electrical energy through a series of steps. It includes an activity for students to identify the advantages and disadvantages of geothermal energy, as well as questions about the Earth's layers and their thermal properties. The module aims to educate students on the mechanisms and implications of utilizing geothermal energy.

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Science 9 Quarter 3 – EARTH & SPACE Module 3: Geothermal Energy

ACTIVITY 3: GEOTHERMAL ENERGY

I: FILL IN THE PROCESS

Arrange the step by step process of converting geothermal energy to electrical energy. Choose your answers below and
write the corresponding letter to the numbered boxes, write your answer on a separate sheet.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

A. The steam cools off in a cooling tower and condenses back to water.
B. When the water reaches the surface, the pressure is dropped, which causes the water to turn into steam.
C. The cooled water is pumped back into the Earth to begin the process again.
D. Hot water is pumped from deep underground through a well high pressure.
E. The steam spins the turbine, which is connected to the generator that produces electricity.

II. DIRECTION: Put a correct sign, whether (✓) or (x), if the statement is describing positive effect (✓) or describing a
negative effect (x) about geothermal energy.

Advantages and disadvantages of Geothermal Energy


✓ or x
1. Renewable source of energy
2. No fuel needed
3. Environmental issues
4. Stable and reliable
5. Save energy
6. Requires specific location
7. It does not depend on a weather condition
8. Available supply 365 days, less interruption of
electricity
9. High or expensive investment
10. The location is prone to earthquake
11. Environmentally friendly

III. Recall the layers of the Earth, answer the following questions.

1. In which part of the earth has a highest temperature?

2. What materials found beneath the earth surface proves that it is hot?

3. In what land formation that the hot molten materials beneath the earth surface found?

4. What energy produced by the geothermal power plant?

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