Earth Layers and Rock Types Quiz

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

• atmosphere

• mantle

• core

• crust

What is the name of the layer between the Earth's crust and outer core, composed of molten iron and minerals?

• mantle

• ocean

• crust

• core

Which layer of the Earth is the hottest & deepest and is made up of solid iron and nickel?

• Outer core

• Crust

• Mantle

• Inner core

What type of rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava?

• Igneous rock

• Metamorphic rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Volcanic rock

Which type of rock is formed from the accumulation and compression of sediment?

• Metamorphic rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Volcanic rock

• Igneous rock

What type of rock is formed from high temperature and pressure?

• Sedimentary rock

• Igneous rock

• Volcanic rock

• Metamorphic rock

What is the name of the rock that is formed after a volcanic eruption materials have cooled and solidified?

• Metamorphic rock

• Igneous rock

• Volcanic rock

• Sedimentary rock

Which type of rock is formed from the remains of plants and animals that are compacted and cemented together?

• Volcanic rock

• Metamorphic rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Igneous rock

The earth's layer which supports life or where human beings live.

• core

• mantle

• lithosphere

• crust

What is underground molten rock?

• Lava

• Magma

• Soil

• Intrusive