Geothermal energy systems extract heat stored below the Earths crust. For every 300 ft below the surface,

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Geothermal energy systems extract heat stored below the Earth’s crust. For every 300 ft below the surface, the temperature of groundwater increases by about 5°F. Heat can be brought to the surface by steam or hot water to warm homes and buildings, and it also can be processed by a heat engine to produce electricity. Using the real efficiency value of 8%, calculate the output of a geothermal power plant that processes 50 lb/s of groundwater at 180°F and discharges it on the surface at 70°F.

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An Introduction To Mechanical Engineering

ISBN: 9781111576820

3rd Edition

Authors: Jonathan Wickert, Kemper Lewis

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