2.2 - Layers of the Earth
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Practice Questions
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What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?
💡 Hint: Think of the first layer we see.
What are the two types of crust?
💡 Hint: Consider what the land and ocean are made of.
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What is the main composition of the Earth's core?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes the core distinct from other layers.
The mantle is primarily made of which type of rocks?
💡 Hint: Recall what the mantle consists of.
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Explain how the behavior of seismic waves helps scientists understand the Earth's inner structure.
💡 Hint: Consider how the speed of waves changes with layer density.
Discuss the role of the asthenosphere in plate tectonics.
💡 Hint: Think about friction and movement on surfaces.
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