Layers of the Earth...

Front

What is the core of the Earth made of?

Back

The core is primarily made of iron and nickel.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is composed of tectonic plates?

Back

The lithosphere is the layer made up of tectonic plates.

Front

Which layer of the Earth has the greatest density?

Back

The inner core has the greatest density.

Front

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

Back

Pressure increases as we move from the crust to the inner core.

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

The mantle is the thickest layer of the Earth.

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 layer beneath the crust?

Back

The layer beneath the crust is called the mantle.

Front

What is the state of matter of the outer core?

Back

The outer core is in a liquid state.

Front

What is the temperature of the inner core?

Back

The temperature of the inner core can reach up to 5,700 degrees Celsius.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the asthenosphere?

Back

The asthenosphere is semi-fluid and allows tectonic plates to move.