The Uniqueness Of The Earth Flashcards
1
Q
What is earth 98% composed of??
A
Silicon
Iron
Oxygen
Magnesium
Nickel
Sulfur
2
Q
Forms the planet’s crust, essential for rocks and minerals
A
Silicon
3
Q
Generates a magnetic field, protecting the atmosphere
A
Iron
4
Q
Crucial for respiration and a major component of water
A
Oxygen
5
Q
Key for minerals, rocks, and biological processes
A
Magnesium
6
Q
Contributes to the magnetic field and core stability
A
Nickel
7
Q
Contributes to the magnetic field and core stability
A
Nickel
8
Q
Involved in volcanic activity and essential for like proteins
A
Sulfur
9
Q
How many horsepower does the sun get each day??
A
130 trillion
The miracle of water
10
Q
The air close to the surface of the earth is heated via light energy
A
The miracle of air
