Layers and Spheres of Earth Re-Flashcard

Front

Which layer can be described as either Oceanic or Continental?

Back

Crust

Front

What does 'Hydro' mean?

Back

Water

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

Which layer is the hottest?

Back

Inner core

Front

Which layer is the thinnest?

Back

Crust

Front

Which layer is made of slightly molten rock?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust called?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the layer that is liquid and surrounds the inner core?

Back

Outer core

Front

What is the solid innermost layer of the Earth?

Back

Inner core

Front

What is the primary component of the Earth's crust?

Back

Rocks and minerals

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1