Earth's Layers
What does "P" stand for in P-waves?
Primary
Who was Alfred Wegener?
... Mr. Brantley will decide.
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How do scientists use P and S waves to study the Earth's interior?
They use the data collected from all around the world to piece together a picture of what the inside of the Earth looks like and how it acts.
What was the reaction of the scientific community to Wegener's theory during his time?
They didn't believe him because he couldn't explain the reason why they were moving.
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How do S-waves move compared to P-waves?
They move up and down shearing. P waves are compressional waves so they don't move up and down.
What was the main idea of Wegener's theory of continental drift?
That the continents were once together in one large supercontinent called Pangea.
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Why can S-waves not travel through liquids?
Because S-waves get absorbed by the Liquids.
Name 3 types of evidence Wegener used to support his theory.
Rock, Climate, Puzzle, Fossil.
Which marine animals hold hands in their sleep to prevent drifting apart?
Otters
The layer of the Earth made of melted iron and nickel.
What is the outer core.
What type of wave is faster, P-waves or S-waves?
Primary Waves
How did the shapes of continents support Wegener's theory?
The coastlines looked like they could fit together like one large Puzzle.
What type of flower was once used as money?
Tulips, whose bulbs were once used as a form of currency in Holland!