Earth's internal heat budget refers to the balance between the heat generated inside the Earth and the heat that is lost to the surface and outer space. This internal heat comes from several sources: 1. **Radiogenic Heat**: The decay of radioactive isotopes in the Earth's crust and mantle (such as uranium, thorium, and potassium) produces heat. This is the predominant source of heat within the Earth.
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