Explore Earth's Layers and Properties

Front

What causes the waves that scientists have used to gain most of their understanding of the composition of Earth's interior?

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Earthquakes

Front

As scientists explore deeper into Earth's crust, what happens to temperature and pressure?

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Both temperature and pressure increase.

Front

Identify the layer of Earth that is solid and rigid, consisting of the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.

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Lithosphere

Front

Do the layers of the Earth move?

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Yes, all the layers are moving, some with convection, some are rotating.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for generating the Earth's magnetic field?

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Outer Core

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust that is semi-solid and allows for tectonic movement?

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Mantle

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth's plates due to convection currents in the mantle?

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Plate Tectonics

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is liquid and surrounds the inner core?

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Outer Core

Front

What is the innermost layer of the Earth, composed mostly of iron and nickel?

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Inner Core