Concept explainers
To Choose: The correct option.
Answer to Problem 8STP
Option B
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The kind of thermal energy that is obtained from the surface of the earth is known as geothermal energy.
The form of energy that comes from presence of magma is known as geothermal energy. The fossil fuels are obtained from the natural processes, some example of fossil fuel is crude oil, coal, etc. Hence, the option (B) is correct.
The kind of energy that is produced using the windmill is known as wind energy. The kind of energy that comes from the decomposition of organic materials are known as biomass. Hence, option, (A), (C) and (D) are incorrect.
Conclusion:
Thus, the correct option is B.
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