Asked by anthony brown on Jul 15, 2024
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Radioactive decay in the Earth, especially in the Earth's crust, creates a tremendous amount of:
A) pressure
B) heat
Radioactive Decay
The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.
Heat
The transfer of thermal energy from high-temperature to low-temperature objects.
Earth's Crust
The outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rocks, and is subdivided into the continental and oceanic crust.
- Distinguish between the origins of heat inside the Earth and from external sources.
Verified Answer
JA
Jennifer AquijeJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Radioactive decay in the Earth's crust generates a significant amount of heat, contributing to the geothermal gradient and influencing geological and geothermal processes.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between the origins of heat inside the Earth and from external sources.