Layers of the Earth - Bellwork practice

Front

What are the two types of crust?

Back

Oceanic crust and continental crust.

Front

What happens to temperature and pressure as you move deeper into the Earth?

Back

Both temperature and pressure increase.

Front

How does pressure change as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Pressure increases.

Front

What method do scientists use to determine what Earth’s interior looks like?

Back

Seismic Waves.

Front

What can be concluded about the density of the Earth’s layers?

Back

The density increases in layers that are closer to the core of the Earth.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

The crust.

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust called?

Back

The mantle.

Front

What is the Earth's innermost layer?

Back

The core.

Front

What are the two main parts of the Earth's core?

Back

The outer core and the inner core.

Front

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

Back

Silicate rocks.