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How Earth’s Crust Formed and Difference Between Tectonic Plates and Crust - GEO GIRL

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Overview

Explore the formation of Earth's crust and the distinction between tectonic plates and the crust in this 20-minute educational video. Delve into the processes that shaped our planet's outermost layer, including the differentiation between oceanic and continental crust. Learn about Earth's early formation, the development of its layers, and the emergence of the first continental crust. Discover how the atmosphere and oceans came to be, and understand the relationship between the crust and tectonic plates. Investigate the formation of supercontinents and their impact on climate and life. Gain insights into Earth's geological history through this comprehensive exploration of crustal dynamics and planetary evolution.

Syllabus

Video topic/outline
Oceanic vs Continental Crust
How Earth Formed
How Earth’s Layers Formed
How Earth’s Crust Formed
How Earth’s Crust Differentiated
First Continental Crust
Atmosphere & Ocean Formation
Crust vs Tectonic Plates
How Supercontinents Form
How Supercontinents Affect Climate & Life

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GEO GIRL

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