Chapter 13 ยท CBSE Class 8 Chemistry (NCERT Curiosity)

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Explore the structure of the Earth, its rocks and minerals, and the natural resources it provides.

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13.1

Earth's Structure

The Earth has distinct layers: the crust (outer layer), the mantle (thick middle layer), and the core (innermost layer, partly liquid).

1

Which layer of the Earth do we live on?

The crust, the outermost layer

2

Is the Earth's core solid or liquid?

It has both โ€” a solid inner core and a liquid outer core

13.2

Rocks, Minerals, and Resources

Rocks are made of minerals, and the Earth provides many natural resources like metals, fuels, and soil that support life and human activity.

1

What are rocks made of?

Minerals

2

Name one natural resource obtained from the Earth's crust.

Metals (like iron or copper), coal, or petroleum

Practice

Exercises

1. Name the three main layers of the Earth.

2. Which layer of the Earth is the outermost?

3. What are rocks made of?

4. Name one natural resource found in the Earth's crust.

5. Why is soil considered an important natural resource?

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