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Geothermal Energy: Heat Extraction and Utilization
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What is the primary source of heat for geothermal energy?
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The Earth's core
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The Earth's core is the primary source of heat for geothermal energy. The core is composed of molten iron and nickel, which generates heat through radioactive decay and gravitational compression.