Earth's Layers and Seismic Waves

What is the layer called that combines the crust and upper part of the mantle?

• asthenosphere

• mesosphere

• lithosphere

• tectonic plates

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

What are the four layers of the Earth?

• crust, mantle, outer core, inner core

• lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere

• mantle, lithosphere, crust, core

Which layer of the Earth is the THICKEST?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer of the Earth is the THINNEST?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer is shown in red?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Which layer of the Earth is shown in ORANGE?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Inner Core

• Outer Core

Which layer of the Earth is shown in YELLOW?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Inner Core

• Outer Core

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which layer of the Earth is shown in BROWN?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Inner Core

• Outer Core

Which of Earth's layers is best described as liquid metal?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which letter in the diagram identifies the layer of Earth made up of solid nickel and iron?

• layer A

• layer B

• layer C

• layer D