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Rocks and the Rock Cycle — Cumulative exam

Question 29 • WCA 4130 Earth and Space Science 1st Quarter 26-27

Which example best illustrates a method to show differences among Earth’s layers?

Answer
A
Carson models how the continental crust varies in thickness.
B
Marisol records atmospheric and oceanic temperatures at several beaches.
C
Eliza analyzes seismic wave activity from an earthquake using a computer model.
D
Oscar determines the pressure at different depths of Earth’s crust.

Explanation

Seismic waves change speed and direction as they pass through materials with different properties, so analyzing earthquake waves can reveal differences among Earth’s layers. Eliza’s computer model of seismic wave activity is therefore the best method. Measuring crust thickness or pressure focuses on the crust, while beach temperatures concern the atmosphere and ocean.

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