Layers of the Earth...

Front

What are the layers of the Earth in order from the surface?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

Front

What happens to pressure as we move from the crust to the inner core?

Back

Pressure Increases

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the core of the Earth primarily made of?

Back

Iron and Nickel

Front

Which layer of the Earth is part of the asthenosphere?

Back

Part of the Mantle

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

The Mantle

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the state of the material in the outer core?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the temperature range of the inner core?

Back

Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 degrees Celsius

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What is the primary characteristic of the mantle?

Back

It is semi-solid and can flow slowly.

Front

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

Back

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