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nelaaney

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What is a geothermal gradient?
 
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Identify all of the ways that Chena Hot Springs Resort in Alaska uses geothermal energy.
 
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Answer to Question 1

The geothermal gradient refers to the increasing temperature at increasing depths within the earth, which occurs worldwide.

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Geothermal energy is used for warm water bathing pools, producing electrical power, heating a greenhouse, and providing hot water heating for all the buildings.



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