Structure Of The Earth Flashcards

1
Q

When was earth formed?

A

4.5 billion years ago

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2
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Crust

A

-solid rock
-60km under continents
-10m under oceans
-floats on magma

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3
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Mantle

A

-4000 degrees
-semi molten rock called mama

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4
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Core

A

-divided into two parts
-made up of nickel and iron
-5000 degrees

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5
Q

Inner core

A

Solid ball due to pressure

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6
Q

Outer core

A

Molten

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