DE End of Unit: Earth's Layers & Seismic Waves Review Game

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the main components of the Earth's inner core?
Back
The inner core is primarily composed of iron and nickel.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the lithosphere?
Back
The lithosphere is the rigid layer of the Earth's surface made up of the crust and upper mantle.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of seismic waves are known as S waves?
Back
S waves, or secondary waves, are seismic waves that move through the Earth and are characterized by their shear motion.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which layer of the Earth is confirmed to be solid and rigid by seismic wave data?
Back
The inner core is confirmed to be solid and rigid.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are primary waves in the context of seismic activity?
Back
Primary waves, or P waves, are the fastest kind of seismic waves that travel through the Earth.
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6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the outer core primarily composed of?
Back
The outer core is primarily composed of liquid iron and nickel.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between P waves and S waves?
Back
P waves are compressional waves that can travel through solids and liquids, while S waves are shear waves that can only travel through solids.
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