6th Grade 2nd 9 Weeks Vocab. Benchmark Review

What is the thickest Layer of the Earth?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

The part of the Earth's crust that makes up the seafloor and is composed mostly of basalt is called the __________.

• Continental Crust

• Oceanic Crust

Which layer of the Earth is the outermost, solid layer of the Earth?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

Molten rock that has reached the surface of the Earth through a weak spot in the crust is known as _______.

• lava

• magma

Which layer of the Earth is the solid, innermost layer of the Earth?

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface is known as ______.

• lava

• magma

What layer of the Earth is the only liquid layer and is located between the mantle and the inner core?

• crust

• outer core

• inner core

What is the largest layer of the Earth and makes up about 80% of the Earth's mass?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

The part of the Earth's crust that makes up the landmasses and it composed mostly of granite is called the __________.

• continental crust

• oceanic crust

What is the hottest layer of the Earth?

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core