State two chief characteristics of the earth’s crust.

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The crust is made of solid rocks and divided into oceans and continents.

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Earth’s Structure

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Chapter 4: Earth’s Structure - EXERCISES [Page 44]

Chapter 4 Earth’s Structure
EXERCISES | Q IV. 2. (a) | Page 44

Look at the figure on the side and answer the question:

Label the parts: (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5).

Look at the figure on the side and answer the question:

Name the state (solid, liquid or gas) in which each part exists.

Study the figure on the side and answer the question

Why is the expression ‘Nife’ so called?

Which layer is responsible for earth’s magnetic field? Why?

“The whole of the approaching ship is not visible at one time.” Why?

Describe any three experiments to prove the Spherical Shape of the Earth.

Give reasons for the following:
Earth movements have modified the Earth’s surface.

Distinguish between Core and Crust.

Silica and Aluminium are the components of the ______.

Composite volcanoes are commonly found in the ______ocean.