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Which layer of the Earth is considered the solid outer layer?
Which layer of the Earth is considered the solid outer layer?
What types of rock primarily make up the Earth's crust?
What types of rock primarily make up the Earth's crust?
Which type of rock makes up the oceanic crust?
Which type of rock makes up the oceanic crust?
What is the depth range of the crust?
What is the depth range of the crust?
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Study Notes
Earth's Outer Layer
- The solid outer layer of the Earth is called the crust.
Composition of the Crust
- The Earth's crust is primarily made up of sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks.
Oceanic Crust
- The oceanic crust is primarily composed of basaltic rock.
Crust Depth
- The depth range of the crust varies from 5-70 km.
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Description
Test your knowledge of Earth's lithosphere and crust composition with this quiz! Learn about the different types of rock that make up the crust and understand its mechanical properties. Explore the depths of the lithosphere and discover what lies beneath.
