Across
- 2. Tectonics: Theory explaining Earth's crustal movement, causing earthquakes, volcanic activity.
- 4. Study of celestial objects, phenomena beyond Earth's atmosphere, including stars, planets, galaxies.
- 5. Preserved remains of ancient life forms, provide insights into Earth's history.
- 7. Daily atmospheric conditions, temperature, precipitation, wind.
- 8. Gaseous envelope surrounding Earth, crucial for life, weather systems.
- 10. Long-term weather patterns, influenced by factors like latitude, altitude, ocean currents.
- 12. Geological process wearing down rocks, soil, landforms, by natural forces.
Down
- 1. Vents in Earth's crust, erupting molten rock, ash, gases, shaping landscapes.
- 3. Sudden ground shaking, caused by tectonic plate movement, release stored energy.
- 6. Vast bodies of saltwater, vital for climate, ecosystems, Earth's water cycle.
- 9. Composed of minerals, form Earth's crust.
- 11. Natural, defined composition, crystalline structure.