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This document discusses geothermal energy exploration and suitable places for geothermal power plants. It explores various geothermal exploration techniques like satellite imagery, aerial photography, volcanological studies, geologic mapping, and geophysical and geochemical surveys. It states that suitable places for geothermal power plants are areas with tectonic fault lines. The document also discusses different applications of geothermal energy like power plants and residential usage. It provides examples of geothermal heat pump installation methods and lists some locations that use geothermal energy systems.
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