Earth Science Review

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What is the outermost layer of the Earth?

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The crust.

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What process involves the movement of sediment from one location to another?

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Erosion.

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Which layer of the Earth is primarily composed of liquid iron and nickel?

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The outer core.

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What is the name of the supercontinent that existed millions of years ago?

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Pangaea.

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What is a delta?

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A landform made of sediment deposited where a river flows into an ocean or lake.

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What is the layer of the Earth that is solid and made of rock?

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The crust.

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What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

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Weathering.

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What is the layer of the Earth located between the crust and the outer core?

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The mantle.

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What is continental drift?

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The theory that continents move over geological time.

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of rock and soil that are transported by water, wind, or ice.