Earths core
Where is the Mantle?
Under the crust
How does energy affect matter?
Energy changes matter in various ways.
What are tectonic plates?
The big slabs of earth which we all live on.
Ethiopia.
What is Radioactive Decay?
When electrons break off of atoms and take protons with them which makes that atom become a new material.
The Mantle is a soft yet dense mix of materials.
How does Force affect Energy?
Different forces cause energy to be created.
How many tectonic plates are there? (Main plates not the small ones)
7 major Tectonic plates.
Why does Afar have so much seismic activity?
Afar is on the border of 2 large and very active plates.
Does the pressure cause heat?
Yes! the pressure helps with the Radioactive Decay!
What is the Inner Core made of? (Roughly)
The Earths Inner Core is a solid metal ball.
How is energy made?
Energy is created through the quick movement of atoms.
Why do we have Tectonic Plates?
because the plates are pieces of the mantle which have been pushed up and are constantly being pushed up and pulled down.
What plates does Afar border on?
Nubian, Somali, and Arabic plates.
Yes it does as the inertia of the movement creates small amounts of energy.
How do we find out about the earths core?
Scientists were able to discern different things based on seismic data and how the forces travel through the earth.
Does all changes in matter get caused by energy or do all changes in matter cause the creation of energy?
Energy is what changes the matter.
How do plates move?
The Mantle pushes them around and they are forced against each other.
How big is the Crack in Afar?
35 miles!
Does the creation of the earth still have residual heat in the earths crust?
Why do we float on top of the earths crust instead of sinking?
Because the pressure of the earth down on the mantle and other parts of the core cause the tectonic plates to be pressed down and held there while the core moves around.
Does energy ever go away or disappear?
No, Energy just like matter can never be destroyed.
Which is the largest tectonic Plate?
The Pacific Plate.
What caused the crack in Afar?
Large amounts of seismic activity led to the plates pulling apart leaving a crack.
Does the Sun heat up the earths core?
No it does not.