How Much Heat Energy is Inside the Earth?

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The discussion centers on the quantification of heat energy contained within the Earth. Participants express skepticism regarding the availability of precise measurement devices for this purpose. The conversation highlights the challenges in accurately assessing geothermal energy and the limitations of current technology in providing definitive measurements.

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How much heatenergy is contained inside the earth?
 
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I doubt we have the devices to measure this, but that's just me.
 

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