Layers of the earth

Front

What is the rigid rocky layer of the Earth that includes the crust and upper mantle?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is primarily composed of liquid metal?

Back

Outer Core

Front

Which layer of the Earth is the thinnest?

Back

Crust

Front

What are the two main components of the lithosphere?

Back

Crust and upper mantle

Front

What layer lies directly beneath the lithosphere?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the primary composition of the outer core?

Back

Liquid iron and nickel

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is solid and extends from the surface to about 30 kilometers deep?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is semi-fluid and allows tectonic plates to move?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is solid and extends from the bottom of the crust to the outer core?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the temperature range of the outer core?

Back

Approximately 4,000 to 6,000 degrees Celsius

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3