Q 38 Consider the following statements regarding energy resources 1 Geothermal energy is gener...........

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Q.38) Consider the following statements regarding energy resources :

1)Geothermal energy is generated from the magma in the mantle and lower crust of the earth.

2)Tidal energy is dependent on position of the Moon and Sunwith respect to the Earth.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

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Explanation:

Geothermal energy is heat that is generated within the Earth. Magma heats nearby rocks and underground aquifers. Hot water can be released through geysers,hot springs ,steam vents,underwater hdrothermal vents and mud pots. Magma exists in the mantle and lower crust. Hence ,statement 1 is correct.

The magnitude and character of tide motion reflects the changing positions of the Moon and Sun relative to the Earth ,the effects of Easrth's rotation ,and local geography of the sea floor and coastlines. Hence ,statement 2 is correct.