Which statement best explains why Iceland, Japan, and New Zealand can make use of geothermal energy?

A. They are located in volcanic areas.

B. They have fast-running rivers.

C. They are island nations.

D. They are small nations.

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27 May, 14:22

Which statement best explains why Iceland, Japan, and New Zealand can make use of geothermal energy?

A. They are located in volcanic areas.

B. They have fast-running rivers.

C. They are island nations.

D. They are small nations.

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Joslyn Sawyer · Answer 1

The correct answer is A. They are located in volcanic areas.

All of the countries have numerous volcanoes and geothermal vents that allow them to easily tap into vast amounts of geothermal energy. However, this can also be an issue sometime because of all the volcanic and tectonic movements.

Which statement best explains why Iceland, Japan, and New Zealand can make use of geothermal energy?A. They are located in volcanic areas.B. They have fast-running rivers.C. They are island nations.D. They are small nations.

Which statement best explains why Iceland, Japan, and New Zealand can make use of geothermal energy?

A. They are located in volcanic areas.

B. They have fast-running rivers.

C. They are island nations.

D. They are small nations.