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A total of 57 rock samples, including granites and rhyolites from these formations, were analyzed for their thermal and geochemical properties to assess their suitability for EGS development. The results highlight the importance of thermal parameters, such as conductivity and diffusivity, in optimizing geothermal exploitation. The measurements reveal that Karkonosze granite exhibits high thermal diffusivity and conductivity, making it a prime candidate for heat extraction. Although the Gorz\u00f3w Block rhyolites show slightly lower values, their high initial temperatures still promise long-term geothermal viability. Geochemical modelling indicates that mineral precipitation that causes permeability damage is unlikely in these reservoirs. 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