Which of the following is NOT a Direct source for obtaining informatio...
Meteorites are INDIRECT source of information about the Earth’s Interior.
- Meteorites and Earth are born from the same nebular cloud. Thus, they are likely to have a similar internal structure.
- When meteoroids fall to the earth, their outer layer is burnt during their fall due to extreme friction and the inner core is exposed.
- The heavy material composition of their cores confirms the similar composition of the inner core of the earth.
But because they are not from inside the earth, they act as an INDIRECT source of information due to similar composition.
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Which of the following is NOT a Direct source for obtaining informatio...
Explanation:
Direct Sources for Obtaining Information about the Interior of Earth:
- Volcanic Eruption: Volcanic eruptions provide direct access to materials from the Earth's interior. When volcanoes erupt, molten rock (magma) from the mantle is brought to the surface, providing valuable insights into the composition and temperature of the Earth's interior.
- Mines: Mines can also provide valuable information about the Earth's interior. By extracting rocks and minerals from deep within the Earth's crust, geologists can study the composition, structure, and physical properties of the materials that make up the Earth's interior.
Not a Direct Source for Obtaining Information about the Interior of Earth:
- Meteorites: Meteorites are not a direct source of information about the Earth's interior. While meteorites can provide valuable insights into the composition of the early solar system, they do not originate from within the Earth and therefore do not offer direct information about its interior.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B' - Meteorites. Meteorites are not a direct source for obtaining information about the interior of the Earth, unlike volcanic eruptions and mines.