Earth's Structure and Habitable Zone

Front

What prevents drilling beyond the crust?

Back

Extreme pressure and temperature

Front

What is a key characteristic of Earth's mantle?

Back

It contains convection currents

Front

What element is most abundant in Earth's core?

Back

Iron

Front

How do radioactive elements contribute to Earth's heat?

Back

By releasing energy during decay

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-8

Front

What movement causes tectonic plates to shift?

Back

Convection in the mantle

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What are the three main layers of the Earth?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Core

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the primary function of the Earth's magnetic field?

Back

To protect the Earth from solar radiation

Front

What is the term for the zone around a star where conditions may be right for life?

Back

Habitable Zone

Front

What is the composition of the Earth's inner core?

Back

Solid iron and nickel