What is the name of the theory that explains how the continents have moved over millions of years? What type of seismic wave travels the fastest through the Earth? Which layer of t... What is the name of the theory that explains how the continents have moved over millions of years? What type of seismic wave travels the fastest through the Earth? Which layer of the Earth is described as 'plastic' or semi-solid? What is the approximate time period in millions of years that the supercontinent Pangea existed? What is the primary cause of earthquakes? What is the relationship between the depth of the Earth's mantle and the temperature?
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The question provides a set of multiple-choice questions related to Earth and Space science, focusing on topics such as geological theories, seismic waves, and the Earth's layers. Each question tests knowledge on a specific concept in the field.
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1) Plate Tectonics 2) P-waves 3) Mantle 4) 200 million years 5) The movement of tectonic plates 6) Temperature increases as depth increases
- Plate Tectonics 2) P-waves 3) Mantle 4) 200 million years 5) The movement of tectonic plates 6) Temperature increases as depth increases
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- Plate Tectonics 2) P-waves 3) Mantle 4) 200 million years 5) The movement of tectonic plates 6) Temperature increases as depth increases
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The theory of plate tectonics describes the movement of Earth's plates and is responsible for many geological phenomena. P-waves are primary waves and the fastest seismic waves. The mantle is semi-solid. Pangea existed around 200 million years ago. Tectonic plate movement causes earthquakes. Temperature increases with depth in the mantle.
Tips
Confusing continental drift and plate tectonics; P-waves are often confused with S-waves.
Sources
- Continental Drift - National Geographic Education - education.nationalgeographic.org
- Seismic wave | Earth's Interior Structure & Movement | Britannica - britannica.com
- Power of Plate Tectonics: Pangaea | AMNH - amnh.org
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