Geology/History of Earth

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What are the layers of the Earth in order from oldest to youngest?

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E, B, C, D, A

Front

What is the study of the dynamics and physical history of the Earth called?

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Geology

Front

What is stratigraphy the study of?

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Rock layers

Front

What is the time span of the Holocene period?

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10,000 years ago

Front

Which period is labeled as 23 million years ago?

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Miocene

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

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Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth beneath the crust?

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Mantle

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What is the core of the Earth primarily made of?

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Iron and Nickel

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What is the process by which rocks are broken down and transported?

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Erosion

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What is the term for the study of fossils?

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Paleontology