Earth Science Review

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What type of event occurs at tectonic plate boundaries?

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Earthquakes are common events that occur at tectonic plate boundaries due to the movement of the plates.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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Which layer of the Earth is the most dense?

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The inner core is the most dense layer of the Earth, composed primarily of iron and nickel.

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What is the youngest geological feature in a sequence?

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In geological formations, the youngest item is typically found at the top of the sequence.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is the process called where the layers of the Earth form according to their density?

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This process is known as planetary differentiation.

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Where would you find the oldest rocks on Earth?

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The oldest rocks are typically found in the continental crust, often in areas like shields.

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What is the Earth's outermost layer called?

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The Earth's outermost layer is called the crust.

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What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

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Volcanic eruptions are primarily caused by the movement of magma from beneath the Earth's crust.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is the difference between the inner core and outer core?

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The inner core is solid due to immense pressure, while the outer core is liquid.

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What is a tectonic plate?

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A tectonic plate is a massive slab of solid rock that makes up the Earth's lithosphere.

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What is the theory that explains the movement of tectonic plates?

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The theory of plate tectonics explains the movement of the Earth's plates and their interactions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3