3R6/3R7 Introduction to Plate Tectonics

Which one of the following is the innermost layer of the Earth?

• Asthenosphere

• Lithosphere

• Core

• Crust

What does the plate tectonics theory help us to understand?

• Helps us understand the internal structure of the Earth

• Helps us to understand formation of volcanoes

• Helps us understand why th Earth has 7 continents

• Helps us understand why some places experience Earthquakes

The thickest layer of the Earth is the ________ at 3300km thick.

• Mantle

• Core

• Crust

Which plate does the Eurasian plate diverge with?

Which of the following is part of the Lithosphere?

• Continental Crust

• Asthenosphere

• Oceanic Crust

• Uppermost Mantle

The Earth's mantle has several characteristics. Which is the following is correct?

• A

• B

• C

• D

The name of the Supercontinent when the continents were all joined together is called ______

Which is the odd one out of all the hazards?

• Earthquake

• Volcano eruptions

• Hurricane

• Tsunami

Name one example of a landform on the continental crust. Note: landforms are natural features found on the Earth's surface.