Earth Layers Flashcard

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What is the Goldilocks Zone?

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The Goldilocks Zone refers to the habitable zone around a star where conditions are just right for liquid water to exist on a planet's surface, making it suitable for life.

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What are the three main layers of the Earth?

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The three main layers of the Earth are the Crust, Mantle, and Core.

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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. It is semi-solid and can flow slowly, allowing for tectonic plate movement.

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What is the Inner Core?

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The Inner Core is the Earth's innermost layer, composed of solid iron and nickel, and is extremely hot.

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What is the Outer Core?

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The Outer Core is the layer of the Earth that lies between the Mantle and the Inner Core, composed of liquid iron and nickel.

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What causes an eclipse?

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An eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth, and Moon align in a specific way, causing one body to cast a shadow on another.

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How does the Sun's gravity affect the planets?

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The Sun's gravity pulls the planets towards it, keeping them in orbit.

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What is the Crust?

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The Crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, which is solid and relatively thin compared to the other layers.

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What is the significance of liquid water for life?

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Liquid water is essential for life as it serves as a solvent for biochemical reactions and is necessary for the survival of living organisms.

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What is the role of the atmosphere in supporting life?

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The atmosphere provides essential gases like oxygen for breathing, protects from harmful radiation, and helps regulate temperature.