Earth Layers* FLASHCARD PERIOD 1

Front

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

Back

Pressure Increases

Front

Layer 1 is the Earth's ______ core.

Back

Inner Core

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

Mantle

Front

Which layer of the Earth is the only liquid layer?

Back

Outer Core

Front

Identify the layer that is #19.

Back

Outer Core

Front

What are the three main layers of the Earth?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Core

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

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

Back

Solid Iron and Nickel

Front

What is the state of matter of the outer core?

Back

Liquid

Front

What layer lies directly beneath the crust?

Back

Mantle