Layers of the Earth

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What layer of the Earth is made of liquid metal (Fe and Ni)?

Back

Outer core

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is made of solid iron and nickel?

Back

Inner core

Front

What type of crust is dense, thin, and made of basalt?

Back

Oceanic crust

Front

What layer of the Earth is made of slightly molten rock?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust called?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the main component of the Earth's inner core?

Back

Solid iron and nickel

Front

What is the difference between oceanic crust and continental crust?

Back

Oceanic crust is denser and thinner, while continental crust is thicker and less dense.

Front

What is the temperature of the Earth's inner core?

Back

Approximately 5,000 to 7,000 degrees Celsius.

Front

What is the primary material that makes up the mantle?

Back

Silicate rocks that are partially molten.