Earth Science Fundamentals
This worksheet covers fundamental concepts in Earth Science, including Earth's structure, plate tectonics, and geological processes, suitable for Grade 11 students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. For multiple-choice questions, circle the correct option. For fill-in-the-blank and short-answer questions, write your answers in the space provided.
1. Which layer of Earth is primarily composed of molten iron and nickel?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
2. The image below shows a cross-section of the Earth. Which layer is labeled 'B'?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
3. The theory of explains the movement of Earth's lithospheric plates.
4. A boundary occurs when two tectonic plates move away from each other.
5. The process where one tectonic plate slides beneath another is called .
6. Earthquakes are most common along plate boundaries.
True
False
7. Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
True
False
8. Briefly describe the rock cycle and its main processes.
9. Explain the difference between weathering and erosion.
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