The picture below shows a model of a water geyser like those in Yellowstone National Park, which erupt with giant plumes of hot water. Which process drives geyser eruption?
Captionless Image
Responses
the conduction of thermal energy from the ground
the conduction of thermal energy from the ground
the condensation of water that collects underground
the condensation of water that collects underground
the convection of water above the hot magma in the mantle
the convection of water above the hot magma in the mantle
the radiation of the Sun's energy into the ground water
the conduction of thermal energy from the ground
Based on the information provided, the process that drives geyser eruptions is the conduction of thermal energy from the ground.
To identify the process that drives a geyser eruption, we can eliminate the options that are not relevant.
First, let's consider the option "the condensation of water that collects underground." Geyser eruptions are not caused by the condensation of water. Condensation occurs when water vapor turns into liquid water due to a decrease in temperature, whereas geyser eruptions are caused by the release of pressure.
Next, let's consider the option "the radiation of the Sun's energy into the groundwater." While the sun's energy does play a role in the water cycle, it is not directly responsible for driving geyser eruptions.
Now we are left with two remaining options:
1. "The conduction of thermal energy from the ground."
2. "The convection of water above the hot magma in the mantle."
To determine which of these options is the correct answer, we need to understand how geysers work. Geysers are formed when a water-filled underground chamber is heated by geothermal energy, causing the water to turn into steam and increase in pressure. This pressure builds up until it overcomes the weight of the overlying water, resulting in an explosive eruption.
Based on this information, we can conclude that the correct answer is "the conduction of thermal energy from the ground." This is because the thermal energy from the ground heats up the water in the underground chamber, leading to the formation of steam and the subsequent eruption of the geyser.