According to the map shown, why is geothermal renewable energy resource more often used west of the Mississippi River?

Question

Responses

A Geothermal energy requires high subsurface temperatures that can found east of the Mississippi River. Geothermal energy requires high subsurface temperatures that can found east of the Mississippi River.

B Geothermal energy requires lower subsurface temperatures that can found east of the Mississippi River. Geothermal energy requires lower subsurface temperatures that can found east of the Mississippi River.

C Geothermal energy requires high subsurface temperatures that can be found west of the Mississippi River. Geothermal energy requires high subsurface temperatures that can be found west of the Mississippi River.

D Geothermal energy requires lower subsurface temperatures that can be found east of the Mississippi River.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

C. Geothermal energy requires high subsurface temperatures that can be found west of the Mississippi River.

This option accurately reflects the geological conditions that are more favorable for geothermal energy production in the western United States, where volcanic and tectonic activity contributes to higher subsurface temperatures compared to the eastern region.