S9-U6L1 Earth's Dynamic Interior Part 5

Earth's Dynamic Interior Part 5

S9-U6L1

Open Ended

Gather evidence:

What is the evidence and reasoning that supports the claim that Earth's magnetic field is generated by the motion of liquid metal, and not a permanent, solid magnet deep inside Earth?

Write part of your finding here and continue updating your research in your study guide.

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What causes convection in the outer core? Why doesn't the inner core convect as well?

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How does convection move both matter and energy in Earth's mantle?

Guided Research

Lesson Self-Check

Open Ended

Examine Halley's model and compare it to a modern model of earth. How would you now evaluate the validity of Halley's model? What evidence would you collect and how would you collect it?

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