Earth Layers* FLASHCARD PERIOD 2

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth?

Back

Crust

Front

What layer of the Earth is directly beneath the crust?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that includes the lithosphere and asthenosphere?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

Mantle

Front

What layer of the Earth is liquid and surrounds the inner core?

Back

Outer Core

Front

What is the solid innermost layer of the Earth?

Back

Inner Core

Front

What are the convection currents in the Earth primarily found?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the rigid outer layer of the Earth called?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is the semi-fluid layer beneath the lithosphere?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is composed of solid rock?

Back

Crust