What is the earth made of?

In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the structure of the earth, what the earth is made of and where volcanoes and earthquakes occur and why.

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What is the earth made of?

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Q1.How many layers is the earth made up of?

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Q2.Which two metals are the main components of the Earth’s inner and outer core?

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Q3.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's inner core?

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Q4.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's outer core?

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Q5.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's mantle?

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Q6.Why do volcanoes and earthquakes occur along tectonic plate lines?

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This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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What is the earth made of?

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Q1.How many layers is the earth made up of?

1/6

Q2.Which two metals are the main components of the Earth’s inner and outer core?

2/6

Q3.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's inner core?

3/6

Q4.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's outer core?

4/6

Q5.What is the approximate temperature of Earth's mantle?

5/6

Q6.Why do volcanoes and earthquakes occur along tectonic plate lines?

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Lesson summary: What is the earth made of?

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