Spheres
A group of parts that work together as a whole is called a ___________.
system
What layer is pressure the greatest?
inner core
The ability to do work
energy
System return data to itself about changes that occur
feedback
What is the thickest layer of Earth located directly under the thinnest layer of Earth?
The Mantle
Which sphere contains all the gasses (nitrogen and oxygen) that surround Earth?
Atmosphere
What is a constructive force?
A force that builds up Earth's surface over time.
What is a destructive force?
A force that breaks down or Earth's surface over time.
The two types of crust
500 bonus for knowing what each is made of!
oceanic-basalt
continental- granite
As depth beneath Earth's surface increases, temperature and pressure __________.
Increases or goes up
Which sphere includes all the animals and plants on Earth?
Biosphere
Name 2 types of constructive forces.
Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Name 2 types of destructive forces.
Rain, wind, waves, glaciers, rivers, temperature, weathering and erosion
Scientists learn about the interior of the earth by studying these
Seismic waves
What are the layers of earth in order from the surface to the center of Earth?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
Which sphere contains all the liquid and solid water on Earth?
Hydrosphere
Fill in the blank: Volcanoes and Earthquakes are constructive forces because each force __________ new features on earth's surface.
builds, creates, constructs, etc.
Fill in the blank: Wind, water and temperature are a few examples of destructive forces because each ________ ________ Earth's surface.
breaks down
Why is the Earth's core a solid iron ball
The pressure of the core is high
Which layer of the mantle includes the bottom portion of the crust and the upper portion of the mantle?
Lithosphere
Which sphere contains all the rocks and minerals in Earth?
Geosphere
Which of the following was created by a constructive force?
A. Lakes
B. Rivers
C. Mountains
D. Valleys
C. Mountains
Which of the following is created by a destructive force?
A. Mountains
B. New rock layers
C. Sand Dunes
D. Canyons
D. Canyons
Layer of the earth that is primarily solid iron
Inner core
Which layer of the mantle it thought to have convection currents in this soft, putty-like rock?
Asthenosphere