Unit 3 Plate Tectonics Mission Review 2024

Front

What are seismic waves?

Back

Seismic waves are vibrations that radiate outward from movement in the Earth.

Front

What does compression refer to in the context of plate tectonics?

Back

Compression refers to the process where tectonic plates push together, causing stress and deformation.

Front

What is the measure of the strength of an earthquake called?

Back

Magnitude.

Front

In a model of planetary differentiation, which liquid would represent the core of the Earth?

Back

Liquid S, as it is the densest liquid in the model.

Front

Which statement is NOT true about the outer core?

Back

It has a higher temperature than the inner core.

Front

What are the two main types of seismic waves?

Back

P-waves (primary waves) and S-waves (secondary waves).

Front

What is the difference between the inner core and outer core?

Back

The inner core is solid and extremely hot, while the outer core is liquid and less hot.

Front

What is the role of tectonic plates in earthquakes?

Back

Tectonic plates move and interact at their boundaries, causing stress that can lead to earthquakes.

Front

What is the significance of the Richter scale?

Back

The Richter scale measures the magnitude of earthquakes, providing a logarithmic scale for quantifying their strength.

Front

How does density affect the layering of the Earth?

Back

Denser materials sink to the core, while less dense materials form the mantle and crust.