Exploring Earth's Layers and Movements

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

• Mantle

• Crust

• Core

• Lithosphere

Which layer of the Earth is primarily composed of liquid iron and nickel?

• Inner Core

• Outer Core

• Mantle

• Crust

What is the main cause of convection currents in the Earth's mantle?

• Earth's rotation

• Temperature differences

• Gravitational pull

• Ocean currents

Which theory explains the movement of continents over geological time?

• Plate Tectonics

• Continental Drift

• Seafloor Spreading

• Volcanism

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Who proposed the theory of continental drift?

• Isaac Newton

• Albert Einstein

• Alfred Wegener

• Charles Darwin

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What type of plate boundary occurs when two plates move away from each other?

• Convergent

• Divergent

• Transform

• Subduction

Which type of plate boundary is mainly associated with the creation of mountains?

• Divergent

• Convergent

• Transform

• Passive

What is the primary evidence for the theory of continental drift?

• Fossil records

• Ocean currents

• Climate patterns

• Earthquakes

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Which layer of the Earth is the hottest?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Outer Core

• Inner Core

What is the approximate temperature of the Earth's inner core in Celsius?

• 50°C

• 1200°C

• 3400°F

• 5400°C

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