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fault

Energy; Geothermal

A fracture or fracture zone in the Earth's crust along which slippage of adjacent Earth material has occurred at some time.

flash steam

Energy; Geothermal

Steam produced when the pressure on a geothermal liquid is reduced. Also called flashing.

fumarole

Energy; Geothermal

A vent or hole in the Earth's surface, usually in a volcanic region, from which steam, gaseous vapors, or hot gases issue.

geology

Energy; Geothermal

Study of the planet Earth, its composition, structure, natural processes, and history.

geothermal

Energy; Geothermal

Of or relating to the Earth's interior heat.

geothermal heat pump systems

Energy; Geothermal

A geothermal system that uses the earth’s ability to store heat at a relatively constant temperature as a source for heating and cooling. When cooling, heat is extracted from the ...

geothermal heat pumps

Energy; Geothermal

Devices that take advantage of the relatively constant temperature of the Earth's interior, using it as a source and sink of heat for both heating and cooling. When cooling, heat ...