Asked by Lorena Curiel on Apr 23, 2024
Which of the following processes has added heat to Earth's interior during or after its formation?
A) collision of asteroids and meteoroids with Earth
B) formation and sinking of masses of iron and nickel
C) radioactive decay
D) all of these
Radioactive Decay
The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation, such as alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays.
Collision of Asteroids
An event where two or more asteroids in space come into contact with each other, often resulting in fragmentation or amalgamation.
- Identify processes that contribute to the Earth's internal heat, including radioactive decay and collision events.
Learning Objectives
- Identify processes that contribute to the Earth's internal heat, including radioactive decay and collision events.