Pre-Test Earth Systems
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Science
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a divergent boundary?
Back
A divergent boundary is a type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates move away from each other, often resulting in the creation of new oceanic crust.
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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a convergent boundary?
Back
A convergent boundary is a type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often leading to subduction or mountain formation.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS1-5
NGSS.HS-ESS2-1
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a transform boundary?
Back
A transform boundary is a type of plate boundary where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally, causing earthquakes.
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS2-3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the outer core of the Earth?
Back
The outer core is a liquid layer of the Earth located beneath the mantle and above the inner core, responsible for generating the planet's magnetic field.
Tags
NGSS.HS-ESS2-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the mantle?
Back
The mantle is the thick layer of the Earth located between the crust and the outer core, composed of semi-solid rock that flows slowly.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the crust?
Back
The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and soil, where we live.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the inner core?
Back
The inner core is the solid, innermost layer of the Earth, composed mainly of iron and nickel, and is extremely hot.
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