Layers of the Earth
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Science
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the four main layers of the Earth?
Back
The four main layers of the Earth are the Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, and Inner Core.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the composition of the Inner Core?
Back
The Inner Core is primarily composed of iron and nickel.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Asthenosphere?
Back
The Asthenosphere is a semi-fluid layer of the mantle located beneath the lithosphere, where convection currents occur.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of convection currents in the Earth's layers?
Back
Convection currents in the mantle help to move tectonic plates.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between the Lithosphere and the Asthenosphere?
Back
The Lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, while the Asthenosphere is a semi-fluid layer beneath it.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the composition of the Outer Core?
Back
The Outer Core is composed of liquid iron and nickel.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS2-3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What tectonic plate is located at area 8?
Back
The Eurasian Plate is located at area 8.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
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