Earths Layers

Front

What layers make up the asthenosphere?

Back

The asthenosphere is made up of the upper mantle and the crust.

Front

True or False: The crust is the coldest layer of the Earth.

Back

True.

Front

Why is the Inner Core solid?

Back

The Inner Core is solid due to high pressure.

Front

What layer of the Earth is the thickest?

Back

The mantle is the thickest layer.

Front

What is the hottest layer of the Earth?

Back

The inner core is the hottest layer.

Front

What are the main layers of the Earth?

Back

The main layers of the Earth are the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.

Front

What is the composition of the Earth's crust?

Back

The Earth's crust is primarily composed of rocks and minerals, including silicates.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Front

How does temperature change with depth in the Earth?

Back

Temperature generally increases with depth due to geothermal gradient.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the role of the mantle in plate tectonics?

Back

The mantle's convection currents drive the movement of tectonic plates.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the difference between the outer core and inner core?

Back

The outer core is liquid, while the inner core is solid.