Interior of the earth

A detailed illustration of Earth's layers, showcasing the crust, mantle, and core, with seismic waves and volcanoes depicted, emphasizing geological features and processes.

Explore the Depths: A Quiz on Earth's Interior

Test your knowledge about the Earth's interior with this engaging quiz! Discover fascinating facts about earthquakes, volcanoes, and the composition of our planet. Perfect for students and earth science enthusiasts alike!

In this quiz, you will:

Answer questions about earthquake waves and volcanic eruptions.
Learn about the layers of the Earth.
Enhance your understanding of geoscience concepts.

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by CuriousGeologist52

Which one of the following earthquake waves is more destructive?

P-waves

S-waves

Surface waves

None ofthe above.

Which one of the following is a direct source of information about the interior of the earth?

Earthquake waves

Volcanoes

Gravitational force .

Earth magnetism

Which type of volcanic eruptions have caused Deccan Trap formations?

Shield

Flood

Composite

Caldera.

Which one of the following describes the lithosphere?

Upper and lower mantle

Crust and upper mantle

Crust and core

Mantle and core

Identify the type of volcano

Shield

Flood basalt Provinces

Caldera

Mid pacific ridge

________ waves vibrate parallel to the direction of the wave. This exerts pressure on the material in the direction of the propagation. As a result, it creates density differences in the material leading to stretching and squeezing of the material.

The direct sources of information about the interior of the earth are:

Magnetic field

Mining

Seismic activity

Meteors

Which of these is not an indirect source for studying interior of the earth

Gravitation

Magnetic field

Seismic activity

Drilling projects

The point where the energy is released is called of an earthquake

focus

Epicentre

Recurring Centre

Core

Interior of the earth

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