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Noun — (geology) The dense layer of the Earth's crust rich in silicon and magnesium that lies beneath the continents and forms the ocean floor.

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Etymology

A blend formed from "silicon" and "magnesium."

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What does “sima” mean?

The word “sima” means (geology) The dense layer of the Earth's crust rich in silicon and magnesium that lies beneath the continents and forms the ocean floor. In plain terms, a geology term for the heavier rock layer under the Earth's crust, made mostly of silicon and magnesium.

How do you use “sima” in a sentence?

Here is “sima” used in a sentence: “The sima is denser than the lighter sial layer that makes up the continents.”

What part of speech is “sima”?

“Sima” is a noun.

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