Science SOL 5.8 Earth's Geology

Front

What is the layer located between the inner core and mantle?

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Outer Core

Front

What model describes Earth's surface as composed of large rock plates that fit together like jigsaw puzzle pieces?

Back

Plate Tectonics

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

How are metamorphic rocks formed?

Back

By heat and pressure

Front

What layer takes up 84% of Earth's volume and is the largest/thickest layer?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the natural process that breaks down rock on Earth's surface?

Back

Weathering

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the process called when rocks are worn away and transported by wind, water, or ice?

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Erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Front

What is the process of sediment being laid down in new locations?

Back

Deposition

Front

What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?

Back

Igneous Rock

Front

What is the term for the solid, outer part of the Earth?

Back

Lithosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1