Layers of the Earth and Plate Tectonics

Front

What are the layers of the Earth from outside to inside?

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Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

Front

True or False: The Earth’s surface remains unchanged regardless of the movement of the plates.

Back

False

Front

True or False: There are two main types of crust that cover Earth’s surface – continental crust and oceanic crust.

Back

True

Front

Which layer of the Earth is considered liquid?

Back

Outer Core

Front

True or False: New crust is constantly being formed on Earth’s surface.

Back

True

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that lies between the crust and the outer core?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the solid inner layer of the Earth called?

Back

Inner Core

Front

What is the primary composition of the Earth's outer core?

Back

Liquid iron and nickel

Front

What geological process is responsible for the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Convection currents in the mantle