Page 2 - Lesson notes- Structure of Earth
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Interactive Elements / Activities:
Layer Model Activity: Create a simple model of Earth's layers using colored cla
y or paper.
Interactive Diagram Labeling: Label and color a cross-sectional diagram of the
Earth’s layers.
Tectonic Plate Puzzle: Use a world map puzzle to show how continents fit
together and how tectonic plates interact.
Think& Predict: What might happen if two plates collide or slide past each
other?
Real-Life Application Examples:
Earthquake Zones: Earthquakes occur more frequently near tectonic plate
boundaries (e.g., Himalayas, Pacific Ring of Fire).
Volcanoes: Most volcanoes form along tectonic plate boundaries where crust is
weak.
Continental Drift Theory: Explains how continents like South America and
Africa were once joined—evidence of moving tectonic plates.
Concept Extension (for curious minds):
Why is the inner core solid despite extreme heat?
How do we know what's inside the Earth without digging?
