Layers of the Earth

Front

What are the two types of Crust?

Back

Oceanic and Continental

Front

Which is the correct order of the Earth's layers from outside to inside?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

Front

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

Back

The inner core is solid and the outer core is liquid.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is the thickest?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the composition of the Oceanic Crust?

Back

Primarily composed of basalt.

Front

What is the composition of the Continental Crust?

Back

Primarily composed of granite.

Front

What is the temperature range of the Inner Core?

Back

Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 degrees Celsius.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the state of matter of the Outer Core?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What is the primary function of the Mantle?

Back

It is involved in tectonic activity and convection currents.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the approximate thickness of the Crust?

Back

About 5 to 70 kilometers.