Models of the Earth Flashcards
1
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crust
A
The outer layer of the Earth, made of solid rock
2
Q
mantle
A
The layer of the Earth beneath the crust. It is solid but can flow slowly. It goes down almost halfway to the centre of the Earth
3
Q
outer core
A
The liquid iron and nickel between the Earth’s mantle and inner core
4
Q
inner core
A
The solid iron and nickel at the centre of the Earth
5
Q
tectonic plates
A
The ~12 slabs of solid rock that make up the Earth’s crust and uppermost mantle
6
Q
peer review
A
The checking of scientific research by other experts
7
Q
fold mountains
A
Mountains that form when tectonic plates push together
8
Q
volcano
A
An opening in the Earth’s crust that liquid rock and other metals escape from.
