Earth's Interior

Front

What causes convection currents in the mantle?

Back

A temperature difference in the mantle, resulting in movement from hot areas to cooler ones.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for creating the Earth's magnetic field?

Back

Outer core.

Front

What is the only layer of the Earth made entirely of liquid material?

Back

Outer core.

Front

What type of crust is referred to as 'dry land' and has lighter colored, coarse-grained rocks?

Back

Continental Crust.

Front

How does heat transfer between materials?

Back

Heat transfers from matter at high temperature/pressure to low temperature/pressure.

Front

What are the three main layers of the Earth?

Back

Crust, mantle, and core.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust.

Front

What is the primary composition of the Earth's inner core?

Back

Solid iron and nickel.

Front

What is the primary composition of the Earth's outer core?

Back

Liquid iron and nickel.

Front

What is the mantle primarily made of?

Back

Silicate rocks that are semi-solid.