Layers of the Earth Review

Multiple Choice

Which layer is the coolest and thinnest layer?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Multiple Choice

Which layer of the Earth makes up the tectonic plates that float on top of the asthenosphere?

• mantle

• outer core

• lithosphere

• inner core

Open Ended

Which layer contains the highest temperature and the highest pressure?

Open Ended

Give an example of something in the real world that could be compared to the layers of the earth.