S 8.3 Earth Layers and Plate Tectonics

S 8.3 Earth Layers and Plate Tectonics

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Earth's crust?

Back

The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, which is solid and relatively thin compared to the other layers.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is the crust different from the other layers of the Earth?

Back

The crust is thinner than the mantle and core.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of plate boundary occurs when two plates move apart?

Back

Divergent boundary.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a convergent boundary?

Back

A convergent boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often causing one plate to be forced below the other.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a transform boundary?

Back

A transform boundary is where two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the inner core made of?

Back

The inner core is made up of solid iron and nickel.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the outer core?

Back

The outer core is a liquid layer composed mainly of iron and nickel, located beneath the mantle and surrounding the inner core.

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