Earth's Structure and the Lithosphere
An introduction to the compositional layers of the Earth and the mechanical behaviour of the lithosphere. Pupils will map how these layers interact to drive surface processes.
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An introduction to the compositional layers of the Earth and the mechanical behaviour of the lithosphere. Pupils will map how these layers interact to drive surface processes.
Key Questions
- What are the primary layers of the Earth?
- How does the lithosphere differ from the asthenosphere?
- Why is the Earth's internal heat crucial for geological activity?
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