The heat trapped beneath the surface of the Earth is called _____.
- Fossil energy
- Tidal energy
- Nuclear energy
- Geothermal energy
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Correct answer: D. Geothermal energy
1. Energy stored as heat within the Earth's interior is named after 'geo' (earth) and 'thermal' (heat).
2. This is distinct from fossil, tidal, and nuclear sources.
3. Hence it is geothermal energy.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.24._