Science Final Review

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What is the outer core of the Earth?

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The outer core is a layer of liquid/molten metals located beneath the mantle and above the inner core.

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What type of rock is limestone?

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Limestone is a sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation of organic materials and minerals.

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What are faults in geology?

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Faults are breaks in the Earth's crust where tectonic plates meet, leading to earthquakes.

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What is the fourth and final layer of the Earth?

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The fourth and final layer of the Earth is the Inner Core.

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What does the inside white of a hard-boiled egg represent in terms of Earth's layers?

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The inside white of a hard-boiled egg represents the Mantle, which is the thickest layer of the Earth.

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What is the Earth's crust?

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The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and soil.

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What is the mantle?

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The mantle is the layer of the Earth located between the crust and the outer core, composed of semi-solid rock.

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What is the inner core?

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The inner core is the solid innermost layer of the Earth, composed mainly of iron and nickel.

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What are tectonic plates?

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Tectonic plates are large sections of the Earth's lithosphere that move and interact with each other.

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What causes earthquakes?

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Earthquakes are caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, often due to movement along faults.