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Which layer of Earth is the thinnest and supports life?
Which layer of Earth is the thinnest and supports life?
- Inner Core
- Outer Core
- Mantle
- Crust (correct)
The Earth's core is entirely composed of liquid metal.
The Earth's core is entirely composed of liquid metal.
False (B)
What are the two main components of the Earth's outer core?
What are the two main components of the Earth's outer core?
Iron and Nickel
The ______ is the layer of Earth that generates Earth's magnetic field.
The ______ is the layer of Earth that generates Earth's magnetic field.
Match the Earth's spheres with their respective components:
Match the Earth's spheres with their respective components:
Which of these is NOT a type of rock classified within the geosphere?
Which of these is NOT a type of rock classified within the geosphere?
The rock cycle involves continuous transformation of rocks from one type to another through various geological processes.
The rock cycle involves continuous transformation of rocks from one type to another through various geological processes.
What are the two main celestial bodies that cause tides on Earth?
What are the two main celestial bodies that cause tides on Earth?
Which of these is NOT a factor that contributes to the formation of tides?
Which of these is NOT a factor that contributes to the formation of tides?
The ______ is the thin envelope of gases surrounding Earth that contains our weather systems.
The ______ is the thin envelope of gases surrounding Earth that contains our weather systems.
Flashcards
Earth's crust
Earth's crust
The outermost layer of Earth, solid rock, supporting life and making up 1% of Earth's mass.
Mantle
Mantle
The layer beneath the crust, composed of hot solid rock extending to about 2,890 km depth.
Outer core
Outer core
The liquid metal layer of the Earth's core, primarily made of iron and nickel.
Inner core
Inner core
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Geosphere
Geosphere
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Biosphere
Biosphere
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Hydrosphere
Hydrosphere
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Atmosphere
Atmosphere
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Rock cycle
Rock cycle
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Tides
Tides
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Study Notes
Earth's Structure
- Earth's structure consists of four layers: crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.
- The crust, the outermost layer, is thin (5-70 km) and supports life.
- The mantle is a hot, solid layer extending to 2,890 km. It's divided into upper and lower sections, with differing rigidity.
- The core contains two parts: a liquid outer core (primarily iron and nickel) and a solid inner core.
- Outer core movement generates Earth's magnetic field.
- Geologists study these layers using rock samples and seismic waves.
Earth's Systems
- Earth is composed of four major systems: biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and geosphere.
- The biosphere encompasses all living things.
- The hydrosphere includes all Earth's water in various forms (liquid, ice, vapor).
- The geosphere consists of Earth's four layers (crust, mantle, outer core, inner core).
- The atmosphere is a gaseous layer protecting Earth from extreme heat and harmful radiation.
Rock Classification and the Rock Cycle
- Rocks are classified into three types: sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous.
- These rock types are formed through different geological processes within the rock cycle.
- The cycle involves processes like weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and others, continuously transforming rocks.
Tides
- Earth's tides are caused by gravitational forces from the moon and sun.
- Tides result in daily high and low tides and monthly neap and spring tides variation.
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