Energy 101: Geothermal Energy

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• Teaching Tips
  The next step would be to explore and teach the science behind dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle geothermal power plants. This introductory resource might be useful to explain the many ways that energy is harnessed for human use. Consider using this resource in conjunction with a collection of other media on energy sources.
• About the Science
  This video summarizes the different types of geothermal power plants including dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle. It also highlights their positive environmental benefits including low emissions and a small physical footprint. This video provides an introduction to geothermal energy and can be used at the beginning of a lesson. It does not go into scientific detail about the processes involved in converting geothermal energy into electricity. Passed initial science review - expert science review pending.
• About the Pedagogy
  The visuals are engaging and examples are given of the different ways that geothermal heat can be used to produce electricity, including dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle.
• Technical Details/Ease of Use
  Video length is 03:47 min