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What is the argument that dry-rock geothermal power is a form of nuclear power?
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Geothermal energy is the heat generated and stored within the Earth's core, mantle, and crust. This heat is continuously produced by the decay of radioactive isotopes, such as uranium, thorium, and potassium, which are naturally present in the Earth's interior. Show more…
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