die Erdkruste
Translation
Earth's crust, crust of the Earth
Examples
Die Erdkruste ist die äußerste Schicht der Erde.
The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth.
Tektonische Platten sind Teile der Erdkruste.
Tectonic plates are parts of the Earth's crust.
Grammar Patterns
the Earth's crust The Earth's crust is the outermost layer of the Earth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Lithosphäre, Erdhülle
Etymology
Composed of 'Erde' (Earth) and 'Kruste' (crust). It literally means 'Earth's crust', like the crust of bread.
Memory Tips
Imagine the Earth as a giant loaf of bread. The 'Erdkruste' is its crispy outer crust.