Earth

Question 1

What is the continental drift theory

Answer 1

The continental drift theory is a theory that suggested that continents shift position on the Earths surface.

Question 2

What are the layers of the earth in order (outer to inner)

Answer 2

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

Question 3

Name all of the plate margins

Answer 3

Constructive Margin, Destructive Plate Margin, Collision Margin, Conservative Margin

Question 4

How do earthquakes form?

Answer 4

The tectonic plates are always slowly moving, but they get stuck at their edges due to friction. When the stress on the edge overcomes the friction, there is an earthquake that releases energy in waves that travel through the earth’s crust and cause the shaking that we feel.

Question 5

Where do Earthquakes usually happen?

Answer 5

Earthquakes usually happen around the continental plate

Question 6

What was the super continent called before all the continents dispersed?

Answer 6

Pangaea

Question 7

What are some economic impacts of earthquakes?

Answer 7

The cost of rebuilding them can cost the country lots of money which could make them economically poor

Question 8

What is the earths population?

Answer 8

7.7B

Question 9

What are some social impacts of earthquakes

Answer 9

Disease may spread. People may have to be re-housed, sometimes in refugee camps.

Question 10

Whats Alex’s Name

Answer 10

Not Alex