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What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?
The crust
Which layer of the Earth is made of hot rock?
The mantle
Which layer of the Earth is liquid?
Mantle and The outer core
Which part of the Earth is very hot and made of metals, nickel, and iron?
The core
Name three layers inside the Earth.
Crust, Mantle, Core
Where do earthquakes happen: in the crust or the core?
In the crust
What causes earthquakes?
Sudden movement of rocks / plates
What is released when rocks suddenly move?
Energy
What do we call the waves that carry earthquake energy?
Waves
Around which ocean do most earthquakes and volcanoes occur?
Pacific Ocean
Why is the Pacific Ocean called the Ring of Fire?
Because many volcanoes and earthquakes are around it
Which country is more likely to have volcanoes: Japan or England? Why?
Japan, because it is on the Ring of Fire
Why do fish have gills?
To breathe in water
Why do birds have wings?
To fly
Why do bears have thick fur?
To keep warm
Why do giraffes have long necks?
To reach leaves on tall trees
