tectonic plate movement Flashcards
1
Q
what is a tectonic plate
A
The division of the earths crust
2
Q
What is a convection current
A
Movement with the earths mantle that drives tectonic plates to move
3
Q
What is the core
A
The inner most part of the earths structure
4
Q
What is the crust
A
The outer most part of the earths structure
5
Q
What is the 1st layer of the earth
A
The crust
6
Q
What is the 2nd layer of the earth
A
The mantel
7
Q
What is the 3rd layer of he earth
A
The inner core
8
Q
What is the 4th layer of the earth
A
The core
9
Q
What is the mantel
A
The largest and semi molten part of the earths structure
10
Q
Name two things that the core is mostly made of
A
Iron and nickel
11
Q
Name 4 things in a volcano
A
Upper mantel, magma, oceanic crust and the continent
