Layers of the earth

Front

What are the four main layers of the Earth?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust.

Front

What layer of the Earth is made up of solid rock and is the thinnest layer?

Back

Crust.

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust called?

Back

Mantle.

Front

What is the composition of the Inner Core?

Back

A dense solid ball of Iron and Nickel.

Front

What is the layer that is semi-solid and allows for the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Asthenosphere.

Front

What is the rigid layer that includes the crust and the upper part of the mantle?

Back

Lithosphere.

Front

What layer of the Earth is liquid and surrounds the Inner Core?

Back

Outer Core.

Front

What is the main characteristic of the Mantle?

Back

It is made of semi-solid rock that flows slowly.

Front

What is the process called when tectonic plates move?

Back

Plate tectonics.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-5

NGSS.HS-ESS2-1