Earth's Layers and Plate Tectonics

Which of these layers is solid? (Choose all that apply)

• inner core

• Outer core

• Mantle

• Crust

What is the outer layer of the Earth's geosphere called?

• Mantle

• Inner core

• Outer core

• Crust

Which best describes the asthenosphere?

• molten metal

• dense, solid metal ball

• soft, tar-like solid

• dry land and ocean floor

Temperature _____________________ as you go deeper into the earth.

• increases
• decreases
• goes up and down depending on the layer
• stays the same

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

What are the two types of crust?

• top crust and bottom crust

• oceanic crust and continental crust

• metallic crust and rocky crust

• patrician crust and plebeian crust

Identify the layer at #20.

• mantle
• asthenosphere
• inner core
• outer core

Scientists determine what Earth’s interior looks like by using:

• Volcanoes
• Seismic Waves
• Continental Drift
• Convection Currents

The type of plate boundary where two plates move toward each other is a .....

• Convergent Boundary

• Divergent Boundary

• Transform Boundary

• Narrow Boundary

Which of the following causes Earth's tectonic plates to move?

• Energy from the Sun
• Magnetic Pole Reversal
• Convection currents in the mantle
• Faults in Mountain Ranges

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

What type of plate boundary is this?

• Plate
• Divergent
• Convergent
• Transform

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3