Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Mineral and Energy resources

Question:

In which of the country, first successful attempt made to tap underground heat energy to give heat to the surrounding buildings?

Options:

Iceland

Sweden

USA

China

Correct Answer:

USA

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 3: USA

NCERT: The first successful (1890) attempt to tap the underground heat was made in the city of Boise, Idaho (U.S.A.), where a hot water pipe network was built to give heat to the surrounding buildings. This plant is still working.