2.07: Structure of Earth's Interior

Multiple Choice

What are the layers of the Earth's interior starting with the inside layer and ending with the outside layer?

• Core-Mantle-Crust

• Crust-Mantle-Core

• Mantle-Core-Crust

• Core-Crust-Mantle

Multiple Choice

What is the different between continental crust and oceanic crust?

• Both continental and oceanic crust have the same thickness and density.
• Continental crust is thinner and denser than oceanic crust.
• Continental crust is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust, which is thinner and denser.
• Oceanic crust is thicker and less dense than continental crust.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

• The asthenosphere and lithosphere are both layers of the crust

• The lithosphere floats on top of the asthenosphere in the mantle

• The asthenosphere is the lower mantle

• The lithosphere and the asthenosphere are the same thing

Multiple Choice

How did scientists accurately determine the age of meteorite?

• By comparing it to other known rocks in the area.
• Through historical records of meteorite falls.
• By analyzing the meteorite's color and texture.
• By using radiometric dating.

Multiple Choice

What did scientists study to determine the composition of the Earth's interior?

• Asteroids

• Magma

• Meteorites

• Diamonds

Multiple Choice

How have scientists determined the structure of Earth's interior?

• Scientists use seismic wave analysis to determine Earth's interior structure.
• Astronomers study Earth's magnetic field to understand its internal layers.
• Geologists rely on rock samples from the surface to infer the interior structure.
• Scientists use satellite imagery to map Earth's interior.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the source of heat that drives the process of convection in the Earth's mantle?

• Conduction

• Radiation

• Lithosphere

• Radioactive Decay

Draw

Draw and label the layers of the Earth! You can abbreviate the layers in your drawing