Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 17 - Section 17.6 - Springs, Hot Springs, and Geysers - Concept Checks - Page 517: 2

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The waters that flow at Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas and Warm Springs in Georgia are warmed by geothermal heat. Geothermal heat originates from the Earth's interior, where radioactive decay and residual heat from its formation contribute to the warming of subsurface rocks. As the water percolates deep into the ground, it comes into contact with these warm rocks and is heated before rising to the surface as a hot spring.

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