inferred Properties of Earth Interior

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What is the primary reason that diamond and graphite have different properties?

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Diamond has a different arrangement of atoms compared to graphite.

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In which latitude range do most storms move toward the northeast?

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30° N to 60° N.

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What is the temperature of the outer core of the Earth?

Back

The outer core can have a temperature of about 6000 °C.

Front

Which is thicker: oceanic crust or continental crust?

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Continental crust is thicker than oceanic crust.

Front

What is the depth of the asthenosphere?

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The asthenosphere can have a depth of about 250 km.

Front

What are the main components of the Earth's interior?

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The main components are the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.

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What is the state of matter in the outer core?

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The outer core is in a liquid state.

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How does the temperature change as you move from the crust to the inner core?

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The temperature generally increases as you move deeper into the Earth.

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What is the composition of the continental crust?

Back

The continental crust is primarily composed of granitic rocks.

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What is the role of the asthenosphere in plate tectonics?

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The asthenosphere allows tectonic plates to move due to its semi-fluid nature.