Earth's Layers

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

The mantle is the thickest layer of the Earth.

Front

What two metals make up the Earth's core?

Back

The core is primarily made up of iron and nickel.

Front

What happens to pressure as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Pressure increases as you go deeper into the Earth.

Front

True or False: The mantle is the outside layer of the Earth.

Back

False. The mantle is located beneath the crust.

Front

Which layer of the Earth has the hottest temperatures?

Back

The inner core has the hottest temperatures.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

The outermost layer of the Earth is called the crust.

Front

What is the state of the inner core?

Back

The inner core is solid due to immense pressure.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the state of the outer core?

Back

The outer core is liquid and is responsible for Earth's magnetic field.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

NGSS.HS-PS2-5

Front

How thick is the Earth's crust?

Back

The Earth's crust is about 5 to 70 kilometers thick.

Front

What is the composition of the mantle?

Back

The mantle is composed of silicate rocks that are rich in iron and magnesium.