Earth's Layers: Convection Currents

Pressure from the ocean

Heat from the Earth's core

Gravitational pull of the moon

Chemical reactions in the crust

Ocean currents

Wind erosion

Spreading and sinking of rock in the Earth's interior

Earthquakes

It is composed of elements that remain solid at extremely high temperatures.

The immense pressure at the Earth's center prevents it from melting.

It is constantly cooling due to heat transfer to the outer core.

Radioactive decay within the inner core keeps it in a solid state.

It provides a source of geothermal energy for volcanic activity.

It generates a magnetic field that shields Earth from harmful solar wind.

It acts as a lubricant, allowing tectonic plates to move freely.

It helps regulate the Earth's internal temperature, preventing it from overheating.