Fuel types and uses II

According to a 2021 U.S. Energy and Information Administration report, geothermal energy generators operate closer to their maximum capacity than wind energy generators do. This essentially means that geothermal energy generators are more reliable than wind energy generators.

Which of the following statements best explains why geothermal energy generators operate at a higher capacity than wind energy generators?

(Choice A)
The fuel for geothermal energy is inexpensive and plentiful.
(Choice B)
Geothermal energy plants require a large area of space.
(Choice C)
Geothermal energy is accessible in all atmospheric conditions.
(Choice D)
Geothermal energy relies on volcanoes which can be unpredictable.

AP®︎/College Environmental science

Course: AP®︎/College Environmental science > Unit 5

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