geo 3
Which is the correct order of Earth’s layers, from outside to inside?
crust,mantle,core
Whats earths inner layer called
core
Pieces of rock can settle in water and get cemented into
sedimentary rock
Which of these BEST describes how the surface of a beach is formed?
weathering and deposition
What is one of the major advantages of using hydroelectric power?
renewable natural resources
If we compare the temperature and pressure of the Earth's mantle to the core, what differences can we expect as we move downward into the Earth?
both the temparture and pressure increase
what is the lithosphere
the crust and upper mantle
What are the processes that cause metamorphic rock to change into igneous rock?
melting and cooling
When water freezes in the cracks of rocks, ice wedging can occur. Ice wedging is BEST described as
mechanical weathering
Solar energy is referred to as the energy of the future because
unlimited sunlight
Scientists believe the Earth's inner core to be solid. This is probably due to extremes in
density
What is the hottest layer
the core
When magma cools, it becomes _____________________.
igneous
How does absence of vegetation affect erosion?
exposes the soil
Wood is considered a renewable resource because
trees can be replanted
Along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, two tectonic plates are moving away from each other. In this area, earthquakes likely occur along
divirgent boundary
what part of the core is a liquid
outer core
Rocks turn into _________________ when they melt.
magma
The wearing down of ancient Egypt’s Great Sphinx is an example of
weathering
Using fossil fuels wisely and avoiding waste is an example of
conservation
Many places on Earth are shaken by earthquakes. The Pacific Coast of the United States is one such area. What causes these earthquakes?
plate movement
How thick is the crust
3-5 miles
The limestone towers in Mono Lake, California, formed when dissolved minerals re-formed. These towers are made of
sedimentary rock
Which of the following describes the layer of soil that would contain the highest quality soil for plant growth?
mixture of decaying rock
Which is the BEST way to help protect the environment?
riding a bike with no emissions