Layers of the Earth

The correct order of the Earth's layers starting from the OUTSIDE going IN is

• crust, inner core, mantle, outer core

• mantle, outer core, inner core, crust

• crust, mantle, outer core, inner core

• inner core, outer core, mantle, crust

Which layer is made of liquid metal (Fe and Ni)?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer is made of slightly molten rock?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer is the hottest?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer is the thinnest?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer can be described as either Oceanic or Continental?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer is responsible for creating Earth's magnetic field?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

The continents are made mostly of which rock?

• magma

• soil

• sandstone

• granite

Which of the following statements are true?

• As you go deeper into Earth, pressure increases.

• As you go deeper into Earth, temperature increases.

• As you go deeper into Earth, the particles are packed tighter together (increasing density).

• All of the above.

Which two types of evidence have scientists used to learn about Earth's interior?

• maps and satellites

• minerals and elements

• rock samples and seismic waves

• drills and maps