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Understanding the Thickness of Earth’s Crust
Introduction to Earth’s Crust and Its Significance The Earth’s crust is the outermost layer of the planet, consisting of a thin layer of solid rock that covers the entire surface. It is made up of a variety of rocks, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, and has an average thickness of around 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) beneath continents and around 7…
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How Does a Volcano Erupt?
Introduction to Volcanoes Volcanoes are geological formations that are formed due to the movement of tectonic plates. They are essentially vents or openings in the Earth’s surface that allow magma, ash, and gases to escape from the Earth’s crust. Volcanoes can be found all over the world and are typically located near plate boundaries, where tectonic activity is the highest.…
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